Create Exceptional Pastry Experiences at Pennyhill Park
Pennyhill Park, part of the Exclusive Collection, is one of the UK's most celebrated luxury hospitality destinations. Home to award-winning dining experiences, exceptional standards and a culture of craftsmanship, it is a place where passion, creativity and attention to detail come together to create unforgettable guest experiences.
As Pastry Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in leading the pastry team, supporting the Head Pastry Chef in delivering exceptional desserts, afternoon tea offerings, breads, pastries and special occasion creations across the hotel. You'll help drive consistency, inspire the team and maintain the highest culinary standards while contributing your own creativity and expertise.
Key Responsibilities
As our Pastry Sous Chef, you will:
Support the Head Pastry Chef in the day-to-day leadership of the pastry kitchen
Lead and motivate the pastry team to consistently deliver exceptional products and presentation standards
Oversee the preparation and service of desserts, pastries, breads and afternoon tea items across the estate
Train, mentor and develop junior chefs, creating a positive and high-performing team culture
Maintain the highest standards of food quality, consistency, hygiene and cleanliness
Assist with menu development, seasonal offerings and new pastry concepts
Manage ordering, stock control and wastage to support departmental budgets
Ensure compliance with all food safety, health and safety, and COSHH regulations
Support smooth and efficient service across multiple outlets and functions
Person Specification
You'll be a passionate, organised and talented Pastry Sous Chef who takes pride in delivering exceptional dishes and maintaining the highest culinary standards. Our Pastry Sous Chef will:
Experience as a Pastry Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or Senior Pastry Chef within a high-quality hotel, restaurant or pastry environment
Strong technical pastry skills with a passion for craftsmanship, innovation and presentation
Experience leading and developing teams in a fast-paced professional kitchen
Excellent knowledge of food safety, HACCP and kitchen best practice
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and service periods
A collaborative approach and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences
Commitment to maintaining the highest standards at all times
At Pennyhill Park, we believe in rewarding our team for their passion and dedication. As our Pastry Sous Chef, you'll enjoy:
Competitive salary, plus service charge
Generous discounts on stays across Exclusive Collection hotels and 50% discount on food and beverage
Free meals on duty
Free use of the on-site gym and complimentary parking
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Exclusive discounts and perks through Hospitality Essentials
Excellent opportunities for development, training and internal progression
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Pastry Sous Chef in Bagshot employer: PennyHill Park
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