Pastry Chef – Award-Winning Restaurant with Rooms Location: Kingham, Cotswolds Salary: £40,000 per annum Excellent Tips Outstanding Benefits Hours: Full-Time, 48 hours per week Standards: 3 AA Rosette | Michelin-Level Quality | Organic, Seasonal, Sustainable An elegant and critically acclaimed restaurant with rooms, nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to lead its pastry section. The kitchen, overseen by a Michelin-starred Executive Chef, champions sustainability, seasonality, and a modern approach to British dining. With access to organic produce grown just moments away, this is an exceptional opportunity to craft refined desserts in a destination venue that blends culinary creativity with purpose. About the Role As Pastry Chef, you’ll take full ownership of the pastry section, contributing to a team committed to excellence, innovation, and responsible sourcing. Key Responsibilities: Create elegant, seasonal desserts, pastries, and breads to a 3 Rosette standard Collaborate with the senior team on new menu ideas and recipe development Ensure mise en place is fresh and complete for each service Lead by example with high standards in hygiene, consistency, and organisation Mentor junior chefs and guide their development Record and cost all new recipes accurately Support the team’s broader sustainability initiatives and environmental goals What We’re Looking For Experience in a multi-rosette or Michelin-standard kitchen Strong technical skills in pastry, bread, and plated desserts Creativity and an eye for detail in both flavour and presentation A calm, supportive presence in the kitchen Passion for seasonal, organic, and sustainable food What You’ll Receive £40,000 annual salary Excellent tips Delicious staff meals prepared with fresh, organic produce Option for a 4-day working week Staff discounts from day one across food, wellness, and retail experiences Private medical insurance (subsidised) Pension scheme with up to 9% total contribution (4.5% employer) Life assurance worth one year’s salary 24/7 mental health support via an Employee Assistance Programme One paid volunteering day per year for a charity of your choice Ongoing training and progression opportunities within a forward-thinking hospitality group If you’re passionate about pastry and excited by the idea of working in a modern, sustainable kitchen environment with real creative freedom — we’d love to hear from you.