Head Pastry Chef : Japanese Izakaya : East London : up to A GBP 55k
Lead the pastry section for a highly anticipated new opening, crafting desserts for a high:volume restaurant inspired by the energy of East Tokyo.
We are seeking a talented Head Pastry Chef to join the opening team of a striking new Japanese izakaya opening in London this Spring. This is an opportunity for a pastry chef with Pan:Asian experience to build a section from the ground up.
The Restaurant:
* A high:energy Japanese izakaya, designed to bring the spirit of Tokyo to East London.
* 200:cover restaurant with a focus on shareable, authentic Japanese dishes.
* Open robata kitchen as the centrepiece, creating an immersive dining experience.
* Lively, busy services in the heart of east London.
The Pastry Role:
* Full creative ownership to develop the complete dessert offering.
* Build and grow the pastry team (currently 4 people) : you will be the architect of the section.
* Responsibility for all pastry and bakery output across breakfast, cafe lunch, and dinner service.
* 5 signature desserts for the main dinner menu, plus hotel amenities and petit fours.
* Work with a generous budget using quality ingredients.
The Ideal Head Pastry Chef:
* Proven experience as Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Sous Chef within a Pan:Asian or Japanese restaurant group.
* Creative leader who can develop an entire menu from concept to plate.
* Structured organiser who can build and train a team, and maintain consistency across high:volume services.
* Commercially aware, capable of working within a budget.
* Ambitious and ready to make their mark in a high:profile opening.
Why Apply?
* Be the founding Pastry Chef for a highly anticipated restaurant concept.
* Put your name to the menu with true creative freedom.
* Competitive salary up to A GBP 55k.
* Build and lead your own team from the start.
Ready to create something special?
APPLY TODAY. Send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com.