Head Pastry Chef

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Head Pastry Chef
Company: Houston & Hawkes Location: Central London, NW1 4NS Salary: £47,500 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent
ABOUT THE ROLE
Houston & Hawkes are looking for an exceptionally talented and creative Head Pastry Chef to join our culinary team at a prestigious client site in Central London. This is not a role for the average pastry chef we need someone truly outstanding, with the skill and composure to deliver at the highest level.
The site hosts a calendar of high-profile summer events, attracting prestigious guests and requiring impeccable standards of presentation and creativity. You will manage the pastry section and craft both classic and modern creations from beautifully plated desserts to artisan breads and bespoke cakes all to a standard befitting some of Londons most distinguished occasions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the pastry section and oversee day-to-day kitchen operations
Deliver exceptional pastry work for high-profile summer events and prestigious occasions
Create a high-quality and imaginative selection of desserts, pastries, and baked items
Manage and mentor a dedicated pastry team to deliver excellence
Collaborate with the Head Chef and Hospitality Manager on menus and events
Innovate with new recipes for fine dining and retail-style coffee concepts
Uphold standards of quality, flavour, and presentation at all times
Manage stock, ordering, and kitchen budgets
Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
Adapt recipes for dietary requirements including gluten-free and sugar-free
Champion the companys food ethos through creativity and consistency
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Proven experience in a senior pastry role, ideally in fine dining or 5-star settings
A genuine passion for pastry, baking, and culinary artistry
Strong leadership and team management skills
Exceptional creativity and meticulous attention to detail
Solid knowledge of food safety, allergens, and kitchen hygiene standards
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Relevant culinary or pastry qualifications (preferred)
Experience in high-end contract catering or hospitality environments (advantageous)
WHAT WE OFFER
£47,500 salary
Work with an award-winning Director of Food
Evolving, creative menus to showcase your talent
Top 20 Hospitality Company to Work For
Free meals while on duty
Contributory pension scheme
Life assurance (2x salary)
Birthday off
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Company events including
Recognition schemes and staff awards
Enhanced parental leave
Referral bonuses
Ongoing training, development, and clear progression
ABOUT HOUSTON & HAWKES
Houston & Hawkes is an innovative, independent contract caterer based in the South East. We are proud to be an award-winning, certified B Corp company, ranked among the Top 30 hospitality employers in the UK. We deliver bespoke, seasonal food experiences across workplaces, events, and hospitality spaces, built by teams who share our passion for flavour, service, and creativity.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are a creative and ambitious pastry chef ready to lead with flair, apply today and bring your talent to Houston & Hawkes.

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Location:
Marylebone
Job Type:
PartTime

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