At a Glance
- Tasks: Create innovative pastries and desserts while leading a talented kitchen team.
- Company: Join the prestigious Grantley Hall, a five-star luxury hotel in North Yorkshire.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive tips, complimentary meals, gym access, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and exceptional training await you.
- Why this job: Be part of a Michelin-starred environment and elevate your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in a high-end pastry role and a passion for creativity.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience. The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborating with the Head Chef to develop new pastry recipes, menu items and seasonal specialities that demonstrate innovation, creativity and culinary excellence while meeting guest preferences and dietary requirements.
- Maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency in pastry production including taste, texture, appearance and portion size.
- Conducting regular tastings, evaluations and quality checks to ensure adherence to standards.
- Supervising Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants in their daily tasks, providing guidance, coaching and training to ensure correct techniques, efficiency and strong teamwork within the pastry section.
- Assisting in managing inventory and procurement of pastry ingredients, equipment and supplies as well as managing stock levels, control costs and ensure freshness and availability of ingredients.
- Overseeing the production and presentation of all pastry and dessert items including baking, cooking, decorating and finishing techniques ensuring accuracy, consistency and excellence in execution.
Key Skills, Qualities & Experience
- Proven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef, Senior Pastry Chef de Partie or a similar role within a Michelin-starred or 4/5 AA Rosette environment.
- Strong knowledge of contemporary pastry techniques, baking, plated desserts and bread production.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong sense of pride in presentation.
- A collaborative leadership style with experience supporting, training and developing junior Chefs.
- Strong understanding of food safety, allergens and HACCP compliance.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
Benefits
- We offer a wide range of benefits and have excellent opportunities for career development and provide exceptional training programmes for all employees.
- Tips typically over 200 per month (3,400 per year).
- Complimentary bespoke uniform and chef whites.
- Complimentary meals whilst on duty.
- Refer a Friend bonus - Earn up to 1000.
- Holiday Buy/Sell Scheme.
- Complimentary employee car parking.
- Complimentary state of the art onsite gym - with personal trainer support.
- 31 days annual leave.
PASTRY SOUS CHEF - Harrogate employer: leisurejobs
Grantley Hall is an exceptional employer, offering a unique blend of luxury hospitality and a supportive work environment in the picturesque North Yorkshire countryside. With a commitment to employee growth through comprehensive training programmes and career development opportunities, staff enjoy a collaborative culture that values creativity and excellence. The benefits package, including generous tips, complimentary meals, and access to a state-of-the-art gym, further enhances the rewarding experience of working at this prestigious five-star hotel.
