At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily pastry production and maintain high standards of quality and consistency.
- Company: Join a prestigious hospitality group known for its craftsmanship and personal service.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 33 days holiday, and wellness perks like gym discounts.
- Other info: Opportunities for training, social events, and staff accommodation available.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic kitchen and elevate your culinary skills in a high-end environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to step up.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 42000 £ per year.
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 seeking a talented, highly organised, and disciplined Pastry Junior Sous Chef to join our state-of-the-art production kitchen in SW8, supporting multiple high-end outlets across the group. This is a role for a pastry professional who thrives in a structured, high-volume environment and takes pride in consistency, precision, and attention to detail at scale.
Why work with us as a Pastry Junior Sous Chef?
- Salary of up to £42,000 per annum
- 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
- Birthday day off
- Discounted gym membership with GymFlex
- Monthly well-being days with our Masseuse, Reflexologist, and Chiropodist
- Private medical insurance with Bupa
- Private dental insurance with Bupa
- Workplace nursery scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme – Hospitality Action
- Access to a company doctor
- Eyecare & specs vouchers
- In-house industry training
- Sponsored social events
- Recommend a friend bonus of £750
- Staff Accommodation (subject to availability)
- Online retail discounts
- Free English Classes
- Freshly prepared meals whilst on duty
Working hours: Straight shifts, 48 hours a week
What you will do:
- Supporting the day-to-day management of production across the pastry kitchen
- Planning and organising production to meet volume, deadlines, and quality standards
- Maintaining strict consistency across recipes, processes, and finishing standards
- Managing stock control, ordering, and minimising wastage in line with cost targets
- Coordinating effectively with suppliers and internal teams
- Training and guiding junior team members, ensuring standards are maintained
- Upholding the highest levels of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
What are we looking for?
- Proven experience as a Junior Sous Chef, or a strong Chef de Partie ready to step up, within a high-standard environment
- Experience in high-volume production kitchens or multi-site operations is strongly preferred
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage production under pressure
- A disciplined approach to systems, consistency, and detail
- Good understanding of stock control, cost management, and kitchen structure
- Confidence in training and supporting junior team members
- A professional, reliable, and proactive attitude
Junior Pastry Sous Chef employer: RB Holdings
RB Holdings is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that celebrates culinary creativity and teamwork in the heart of London. With a focus on employee well-being, we provide generous benefits such as paid trial shifts, comprehensive medical and dental insurance, and a cycle to work scheme, ensuring our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Join us at Nico’s, where your passion for Italian cuisine can flourish in a supportive environment that values growth and collaboration.
