Head Pastry Chef – Fine Dining Restaurant

About the role

We are seeking a talented and creative Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry section of a 2 AA Rosette fine‑dining restaurant in Essex. The role involves owning the pastry menu, designing à la carte desserts, afternoon‑tea selections and petit fours that complement seasonal dishes for a 70‑cover venue.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the pastry section in a busy 2 AA Rosette kitchen.
• Create and develop seasonal à la carte desserts and afternoon‑tea menus.
• Produce exceptional pastries, cakes and petit fours.
• Manage stock, control food costs and uphold hygiene standards.
• Support, train and develop junior team members.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Head Pastry Chef or senior pastry chef ready to step up.
• Fine‑dining or AA Rosette experience preferred.
• Passionate, creative and highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.

Required skills

• Pastry production
• Menu development
• Stock management
• Cost control
• Food hygiene compliance

What we offer

• £40,000 salary plus excellent tips
• Creative input into the pastry offering
• Staff meals, pension and career development opportunities
• Supportive and professional kitchen team