At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the pastry team, ensuring creativity and quality in every dish.
- Company: Join the prestigious Nobu Hotel London Portman Square.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, wellness initiatives, and up to 33 holiday days.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with exciting career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape exceptional pastry experiences and elevate guest journeys.
- Qualifications: Experienced pastry professional with a passion for innovation and leadership.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
As a Pastry Sous Chef at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, you’ll play a key leadership role within our pastry and culinary team — guiding chefs, elevating creativity and helping bring the Nobu pastry vision to life. You’ll combine technical expertise with a calm, collaborative approach, ensuring every dish reflects Nobu’s commitment to quality, elegance and innovation. With a passion for flavour, design and service, you’ll support the Executive Chef in delivering memorable guest experiences across the hotel.
You will:
- Lead pastry preparation and ensure exceptional quality, presentation and consistency across all kitchens.
- Support menu development, creativity and innovation in line with Nobu’s culinary vision.
- Communicate menu details, allergens and key information clearly to relevant teams.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation.
- Assist with managing budgets, stock control, equipment and labour planning.
- Train, mentor and support chefs at all levels, fostering development and teamwork.
- Contribute to marketing activations and the creation of unique pastry experiences.
- Respond to audits, support operational needs and collaborate effectively across departments.
- Uphold Nobu values while delivering a calm, positive and proactive leadership style.
What We’re Looking For:
You are an experienced pastry professional with a strong background in luxury hotels or high-end restaurants. You thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and enjoy leading, training and inspiring a team. With excellent organisational skills, a passion for innovation and a genuine commitment to hospitality, you’ll help shape an exceptional pastry offering that enhances the guest journey at every step.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
- £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Two hotel-wide social events each year, including our Employee Awards Night.
- Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties worldwide.
- Discounted Pilates classes and wellness treatments.
- Exciting opportunities for career progression within the hotel and the wider Nobu portfolio.
- Innovative learning and development programmes.
- Wellness and volunteering initiatives.
- Up to 33 holiday days through length of service.
- Life Assurance Scheme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Discounts on all food and beverage.
- Free meals while on duty.
Pastry Sous Chef employer: Iconic Hotels & Resorts
Nobu Hotel London Portman Square is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and collaborative work culture, where creativity and innovation are at the forefront of our culinary vision. As a Pastry Sous Chef, you will benefit from extensive career progression opportunities, wellness initiatives, and a supportive environment that values teamwork and personal development, all while enjoying the perks of discounted stays and meals. Join us to be part of a prestigious brand that prioritises quality and excellence in every guest experience.
