Executive Pastry Chef

We are seeking an exceptionally skilled and visionary Executive Pastry Chef to lead our talented pastry team at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire. As a key member of the hotel's culinary leadership, you will oversee all pastry and dessert operations across our restaurants, lounges, banqueting, in-room dining and special events. You will be responsible for crafting innovative menus, elevating pastry standards, and ensuring every creation reflects the artistry, precision and luxury synonymous with the Four Seasons brand. In this role, you will lead daily production, inspire your team through mentorship and creativity, manage departmental budgets, uphold impeccable quality and consistency, and help create unforgettable gastronomic experiences for our guests.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the pastry department, ensuring world-class pastry and dessert standards across all dining outlets and events.
• Oversee staffing, training, development and performance management for the pastry team, nurturing future talent and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Create, develop and execute seasonal, innovative and visually stunning pastry menus aligned with the Four Seasons brand.
• Manage departmental budgets, food costs, labour planning and inventory efficiently and responsibly.
• Drive continuous improvement through recipe development, production planning, quality checks and operational refinement.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef, restaurant leaders, banqueting, F&B service teams and other departments to ensure seamless guest experiences.
• Uphold Four Seasons' high standards of presentation, craftsmanship and guest satisfaction at all times.
• Ensure full compliance with health, hygiene and food safety regulations, maintaining impeccable cleanliness and organisation within the pastry kitchen.
• Address guest feedback professionally, tailoring services and creations to exceed expectations.
• Lead by example, cultivating a positive, inspiring and supportive kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Executive Pastry Chef, Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry leadership role within a luxury hotel, Michelin-level restaurant or high-end hospitality environment.
• A passion for pastry innovation, artistry and flawless execution.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, train and inspire a diverse team.
• Exceptional organisation, precision and attention to detail.
• Proven experience managing budgets, costs and production targets.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment while maintaining poise and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, guest-focused approach.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on business demands.

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

Benefits

• Annual incentive programme based on agreed KPIs.
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotel or Resort around the world with years of service.
• Free meals at Henry's while on duty, including fruits, coffee/tea available throughout the day.
• Shuttle bus service from the hotel between Fleet & Church Crookham.
• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service, up to 33 days off.
• Bupa dental plan available after 6 months of service.
• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential!
• Free uniform dry cleaning.
• Annual themed employee party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year.
• Access to Wagestream - salary advance benefit.
• Employee recognition programmes.