Sous Pastry Chef – 5 Hertford Street Club
RB Holdings is a growing hospitality group shaping some of the most distinctive private members’ clubs and food businesses in London and New York. Founded by Robin Birley, our businesses are built on discretion, craftsmanship, and deeply personal service - delivered by teams who take pride in doing things properly.
Our London portfolio includes 5 Hertford Street, Oswald’s, and Birley Bakery and Chocolate Shop in Chelsea. In 2025, we expanded internationally with the opening of Maxime’s, alongside a new Birley Bakery in New York City.
We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented Sous Pastry Chef to join our luxury private members’ club, supporting the operations of our three pastry kitchens.
This is an exciting opportunity for a pastry professional who excels in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional quality.
Why work with us a Sous Pastry Chef?
- Salary of up to £45,000.00 per annum
- 33 days holiday per year (incl bank holidays)
- Birthday day off
- Discounted gym membership & monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist
- Private medical & dental insurance with Bupa
- Workplace nursery scheme + Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Eyecare & specs vouchers
- In-house industry training
- Sponsored social events
- Recommend a friend bonus of £1000
- Online retail discounts
- Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty + free English classes
Working Hours
- 48 hours a week with shift starts from either 11:30am/3:30pm
- Sunday off
What You Will Do
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the pastry kitchen, ensuring exceptional quality, presentation, and service standards.
- Support menu development, seasonal creations, and innovative dessert offerings alongside the Head Pastry Chef.
- Manage stock, ordering, production planning, and cost control to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
- Lead, train, and develop the pastry team while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, health & safety, and compliance.
What are we looking for?
- Previous experience in a similar pastry role within a hospitality environment
- Strong pastry knowledge and passion for quality food production
- Self-motivated, organised, and able to work on own initiative
- A collaborative team player with the ability to follow direction and support operational excellence
Pastry Sous Chef employer: 5 Hertford Street
At 5 Hertford Street, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values creativity and precision in our high-volume luxury kitchens. Our team enjoys generous benefits such as 33 days of holiday and private medical insurance, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth and training, making it an ideal environment for aspiring chefs to thrive in the heart of London.
