Pastry Chef - New Restaurant Opening
A bold new restaurant in the heart of Canary Wharf, drawing inspiration from the vibrant streets and grills of Istanbul. Think freshly baked sesame and caraway breads, charcoal-grilled meats and fish, and dishes rooted in Ottoman-era traditions yet reimagined with contemporary flair. With an emphasis on outstanding hospitality, quality produce and a kitchen led by fire and finesse, this is your chance to steer a kitchen where craft meets boldness.
Pastry Chef – Modern Turkish Restaurant, Canary Wharf
We're looking for an accomplished Pastry Chef to join a standout modern Turkish restaurant in Canary Wharf, where fire-roasted savoury dishes sit alongside carefully crafted dessert plates. The kitchen combines tradition with a contemporary approach, offering fresh breads, open-fire grills and refined Mediterranean-influenced desserts. We're seeking a pastry professional who can bring creativity, seasonality and precision to our sweet offering.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute a dessert menu that complements the restaurant's modern Turkish and Mediterranean identity.
Produce high-quality pastries, plated desserts, breads and baked goods daily.
Work closely with the Head Chef to create seasonal, flavour-led items using the best available ingredients.
Manage pastry prep, organisation and service to ensure consistent quality and smooth pass execution.
Oversee stock control, ordering, storage and waste management for the pastry section.
Maintain exceptional standards of food safety, cleanliness and organisation.
Train and mentor junior chefs where required, supporting a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.
Candidate Requirements:
Experience as a Pastry Chef or strong Pastry Junior Sous in a quality-driven or high-volume restaurant.
Strong foundation in classical pastry techniques with a modern, creative approach.
Ability to work independently, manage your own section and deliver consistent results under pressure.
Genuine passion for Mediterranean flavours, seasonality and ingredient-led cooking.
Excellent organisation, time management and attention to detail.
A positive, hands-on attitude and the ability to thrive in a busy, ambitious kitchen.
If you're a skilled Pastry Chef looking to help shape a contemporary dessert offering in one of Canary Wharf's most exciting new restaurants, we'd love to hear from you.
Just some of our benefits:
Competitive salary + performance bonus
Clear career growth and development opportunities
Flexible scheduling for better work-life balance
Generous staff dining discounts across the group
Supportive, inclusive team culture
Wellbeing initiatives to support you inside and outside work
Regular rewards, incentives, and team celebrations
Be part of an ambitious, expanding restaurant group
Have your ideas heard and make a real impact
Work in vibrant restaurants that live and breathe hospitality
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