JOIN OUR PASTRY TEAM
Are you passionate about creating exceptional desserts, cakes, and pastries, with a flair for creativity and an eye for detail?
Marcliffe is seeking a talented and motivated Pastry Sous Chef to join our 5-star kitchen team. Reporting directly to the Head Pastry Chef, you’ll play a key role in producing high-quality cakes, pastries, desserts, and fine delicacies for our restaurant, Drawing Room, weddings, conferences, and events.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced pastry professional to develop their skills and creativity within an exceptional environment, working with the finest and freshest ingredients alongside a supportive and ambitious team.
Create and produce exceptional desserts, cakes, pastries, and other fine delicacies to five-star standards
Contribute creative ideas to the development of new desserts, cakes, pastries, and menu concepts
Decorate and present desserts and pastries with creativity, artistry, and attention to detail
Ensure all preparation for your designated section is completed to the highest standard and ready for service
Maintain excellent quality control of ingredients and prepared products, including effective stock rotation and waste management
Ensure your kitchen areas are clean, organised, and maintained in line with food safety and hygiene standards
Delegate tasks appropriately to junior chefs and apprentices, supporting their development and training
Assist with the preparation of rotas according to business and service demands
Support the Head Pastry Chef in maintaining consistently high standards throughout the pastry kitchen
Work closely with the wider kitchen team to deliver memorable five-star dining experiences for guests
Support and actively contribute to weddings, conferences, events, and other company-wide occasions
Maintain full compliance with health and safety regulations, food safety standards, and company policies
Previous experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a busy five-star or fine-dining environment
A genuine passion for pastry, food, and the creation of exceptional dishes
Artistic flair, creativity, and a strong eye for presentation and detail
Good knowledge of modern food preparation and pastry techniques
Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations
Basic Food Hygiene qualification
Proactive, hands-on approach with excellent organisation and communication skills
Able to work confidently both independently and as part of a team
Tenacious and able to multitask, prioritise, and perform under pressure in a busy kitchen
Adaptable, innovative, and flexible to meet changing business demands
Physically fit and comfortable working long shifts involving standing and walking
Relevant secondary school qualifications and/or a college certificate in a relevant discipline
Competitive salary
Employee discount on dining and stays
On-site parking
Complimentary staff meals and uniform
Gratuities (shared, monthly through Tronc)
Comprehensive training and development opportunities
Clear opportunities for career progression within the kitchen and pastry team
The opportunity to work in a prestigious 5-star environment with high-quality ingredients and exceptional standards
The opportunity to be part of a talented team delivering memorable experiences across restaurant, weddings, conferences, and events
