Executive Head Pastry Chef

Executive Head Pastry Chef - £90,000 + Service Charge Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button. We are recruiting a highly accomplished Executive Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry function within a prestigious 5 luxury hotel in central London. This is a key leadership role overseeing all pastry and bakery operations , spanning fine dining, afternoon tea, banqueting, and high-volume service.

You'll be responsible for delivering exceptional quality, driving innovation, and setting the standard for pastry across the property. You will lead, develop, and inspire a skilled pastry brigade, ensuring consistency, creativity, and flawless execution at all times, while maintaining the highest levels of hygiene and kitchen organisation. The Candidate Proven experience as a Head / Executive Pastry Chef within a 5 hotel (essential) Background in luxury hotels or Michelin-level kitchens Strong technical ability across chocolate work, sugar craft, and plated desserts Experience delivering afternoon tea and large-scale banqueting A creative, detail-driven leader with excellent team management skills Highly organised with strong standards in cleanliness and kitchen discipline The Package Salary of £90,000 plus Service Charge 29 xwzovoh days holiday (incl. bank holidays) Negotiable Meals on duty & uniform care Private medical and wellbeing support Life Assurance Discounts across F&B, leisure, and accommodation Excellent career progression within a luxury hospitality environment If you are a passionate pastry specialist from a 5 background looking to take ownership of a flagship operation, we'd love to hear from you.