Pastry Chef

Pastry Chef

3 AA Rosette Restaurant Michelin Ambition Lake District

Up to 38000 Gratuities (200400 pcm)
50 Hours No Split Shifts Live-In Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pastry Chef to join a luxury boutique hotel in the Lake District as the kitchen enters a new phase under refreshed leadership and a clear ambition to progress towards Michelin level.

Operating at 3 AA Rosette standard with newly developed tasting and à la carte menus the pastry section is a key focus as the kitchen looks to refine elevate and push standards further.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of pastry within a kitchen that is actively evolving.

The Restaurant

• 3 AA Rosette standard
• Michelin Plate level
• Modern British produce-led cooking
• Seasonal tasting menu and à la carte offering
• Strong emphasis on local sourcing flavour and presentation

The direction is clear elevate the overall dining experience and progress towards Michelin recognition.

The Role

Working closely with the senior kitchen team you will take responsibility for the pastry section and its development.

You will:

• Lead the pastry section across prep and service
• Produce refined desserts petit fours breads and pastry elements
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal changes
• Maintain consistency precision and presentation at Rosette level
• Manage organisation prep and pastry mise en place
• Support junior chefs where required
• Work collaboratively with the wider brigade to deliver a cohesive dining experience

This is a hands-on role with genuine creative input and ownership.

The Kitchen Environment

• Structured brigade with clear direction
• Strong focus on progression towards Michelin level
• No split shifts
• Supportive but ambitious team culture
• Emphasis on quality consistency and development

The Package

• Up to 38000 base salary (depending on experience)
• Gratuities 200400 per month
• 50-hour contract (no split shifts)
• Overtime paid if hours exceed rota
• Staff accommodation available (various options depending on location)
• Staff meals on duty
• Pension scheme
• Staff discounts
• On-site parking

The Ideal Candidate

• Current Pastry Chef or strong Pastry CDP ready to step up
• Experience within Rosette-level or high-quality kitchens
• Strong technical pastry skills with attention to detail
• Creative but disciplined approach to desserts
• Organised reliable and calm under pressure
• Ambitious and motivated to develop within a progression-focused kitchen

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to:

• Take ownership of pastry within a 3 Rosette kitchen
• Play a key role in a team pushing towards Michelin level
• Work within a structured supportive and ambitious environment
• Combine creative input with real career progression

If youre looking for a pastry role where you can make an impact and develop at a high level this is a standout opportunity.

Required Experience:

IC