Competitive
Job Summary
This role is to consistently support the delivery of a genuinely unique and positively unforgettable pastry and dessert offering across The House of KOKO and its event operations. As Pastry Sous Chef,you will play a key role in maintaining exceptional pastry standards,ensuring consistency,creativity and operational excellence across all pastry production.
Reporting to the Head Chef,you will take ownership of the day-to-day pastry operation,managing production with confidence and efficiency while delivering exceptional quality across restaurant service,member experiences and events. Working within a small,agile team,you will be comfortable operating independently,planning effectively and taking a proactive approach to organisation and execution.
You will bring strong technical pastry skills,excellent attention to detail and a collaborative mindset,balancing creativity with consistency while contributing to the wider success of the kitchen and guest experience.
Role and Responsibilities
Operational
- Lead the day-to-day pastry operation across restaurant service,members' dining,events and special projects.
- Oversee pastry mise en place,production schedules and service preparation.
- Take a hands-on approach in service,executing pastry orders efficiently across
- Ensure all desserts,baked goods and pastry items are consistently delivered to specification.
- Support the creation and development of seasonal pastry menus and event-specific offerings.
- Maintain the highest standards of food quality,presentation and consistency.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety,allergen management and hygiene standards.
- Work closely with Events,FOH and Operations teams to deliver bespoke pastry experiences,where required.
- Support ordering,stock management and production planning for pastry ingredients.
- Ensure all pastry equipment is maintained and operating effectively.
Financial
- Support management of pastry food cost,wastage and yield controls.
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory management.
- Ensure recipes and portion controls are followed accurately.
- Support efficient production planning to minimise waste and maximise profitability.
Team Management
- Lead and develop pastry chefs and junior kitchen team members.
- Deliver training and coaching to maintain pastry standards.
- Support recruitment,onboarding and development of pastry team members.
- Foster a positive,collaborative and quality-driven working environment.
- Lead by example in professionalism,organisation and attention to detail.
About You
We are seeking an experienced Pastry Sous Chef to support the daily operations of dynamic kitchens - someone who embodies professionalism,consistency and a deep passion for food,with the following key attributes:
- Previous experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or equivalent role in a high-quality hospitality environment.
- Strong technical pastry,bakery and dessert production skills.
- Passion for creativity,presentation and seasonal menu development.
- Experience delivering pastry offerings for both à la carte service and events.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Thorough understanding of food safety and allergen management.
- Positive leadership style with the ability to train and develop others.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence and consistency.
This job description outlines the general scope and duties of the role. Additional tasks may be required to meet evolving business needs.
