Lead Pastry Chef- South Oxfordshire

Lead Pastry Chef

South Oxfordshire (near Reading) £37,000 + Paid Overtime 40 hours per week

We are currently recruiting for a talented Lead Pastry Chef to join a prestigious private members' club based in South Oxfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and experienced pastry professional to take ownership of a small pastry team and develop an already strong offering.

The Role

• Leading and managing a small pastry team of 2 chefs
• Overseeing all pastry and dessert production for the club
• Taking responsibility for afternoon tea service and developing new, seasonal offerings
• Working closely with the senior kitchen team to maintain consistently high standards
• Bringing creativity and fresh ideas to the pastry section

What We're Looking For

• Senior Pastry Chef or Sous Chef level ready to step up
• Strong background in hotels or private members' clubs
• Experience with afternoon tea service is highly desirable
• Creative mindset with the ability to design and evolve menus
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop a small team
• Passion for high quality, elegant pastry work

What's on Offer

• Salary of £37,000
• 40 hour contract with paid overtime
• Opportunity to lead and shape a small pastry team
• Creative input into menus and afternoon tea development
• Long term role within a respected and stable environment

If you are a passionate pastry chef looking for a leadership role where you can be creative and make your mark, we would love to hear from you.