Head Pastry Chef

Ottolenghi Marylebone

Central London£40,000 per yearFull time

Ottolenghi is a celebrated group of restaurants and delis known for its vibrant, seasonal dishes and exceptional hospitality. We are on the look-out for a talent Head Pastry Chef to join our Marylebone kitchen.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a pastry kitchen, create innovative and delicious desserts, and help establish Ottolenghi’s signature style in a brand-new location.

The ideal Head Pastry Chef will be:

  • A talented pastry chef with proven experience leading a pastry section, ideally in a high-end restaurant or bakery
  • Passionate about creating seasonal, beautiful, and delicious pastries, cakes, and desserts that embody Ottolenghi’s ethos
  • Skilled in menu development, able to create both innovative and classic pastries while maintaining quality and consistency
  • Experienced in managing a team, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop pastry chefs
  • Knowledgeable about all aspects of pastry production, including food safety, stock management, and ordering
  • Able to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
  • Enthusiastic about fostering a positive and inclusive team culture
  • Comfortable with managing a fast-paced kitchen environment while ensuring quality, creativity, and consistency

What's in it for you:

  • Single day time shifts only, no late evenings
  • Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy, or Primary Care Giver Parent Pay and Paternity Pay after 2 years of service
  • Excellent Health benefits package
  • 28 days holiday and pension scheme
  • Excellent training plan and career development opportunities
  • Monthly cooking demos, food, wine, and cocktail workshops in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
  • A positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace with opportunities for growth and internal progression

If you’re an experienced Head Pastry Chef with a passion for all things delicious and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!