Pastry Chef
Kingham, Cotswolds
Competitive Salary + Excellent Tips + Exceptional Benefits
3 AA Rosette | Michelin-Level Standards | Seasonal & Organic Focus
We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Pastry Chef to join the team at a highly acclaimed 3 AA Rosette restaurant with rooms, nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds. Known for its commitment to craft, sustainability, and quality, the venue is entering an exciting new phase under the leadership of a Michelin-starred Executive Chef.
This is a rare opportunity to grow your career in a Michelin-level kitchen that celebrates seasonality and organic produce — much of it grown just a stone’s throw from the kitchen on a dedicated estate farm.
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About the Role:
As Pastry Chef, you’ll take ownership of the pastry section, creating refined desserts, breads, and baked goods to the highest standards.
You will:
* Create elegant, seasonal desserts and patisserie to 3 Rosette standards
* Produce breads, petits fours, ice creams, and baked goods from scratch
* Collaborate on seasonal menu development with the senior kitchen team
* Maintain impeccable hygiene, organisation, and consistency
* Mentor junior chefs and contribute to a strong, supportive kitchen culture
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What We’re Looking For:
* Experience in a Rosette or Michelin-standard kitchen
* Technical excellence across pastry, bread, and plated desserts
* Calm, focused approach and a collaborative mindset
* Passion for seasonal, sustainable cooking
* High attention to detail and pride in presentation
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What You’ll Receive:
* Competitive salary + excellent tips
* Option for a 4-day working week
* Delicious staff meals made from fresh, organic produce
* Discounts from day one on food, retail, wellness treatments, and dining experiences
* Volunteering Day: one paid day per year to support a charity of your choice
* Private Medical Insurance (subsidised through Bupa)
* Pension Scheme: contribute up to 9% of your salary, with up to 4.5% employer contribution
* Life Assurance: cover up to one year of your annual salary
* Mental Health Support: 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
* Ongoing training, development, and progression opportunities within a forward-thinking hospitality group
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If you’re passionate about pastry and ready to be part of a kitchen that blends sustainability, creativity, and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a brief note about your pastry passion.