Senior Pastry Chef – Luxury Coastal Hotel
Location: Blakeney, North Norfolk, NR25 7NE
Salary: Competitive, plus tips and benefits
Job Type: Full-time | 5-day week including weekends and bank holidays

About the Property

Located in one of North Norfolk’s most picturesque coastal villages, this independently owned 4-star hotel offers an elegant, award-winning retreat overlooking the salt marshes and harbour. With a long-standing reputation for excellence and AA Rosette-level dining, the hotel delivers exceptional seasonal menus rooted in modern British cuisine, complemented by charming interiors and a warm, attentive service ethos.

The hotel features stylish rooms, a serene leisure suite with pool, and a popular restaurant that caters to both relaxed lunches and refined evening service — making it a favourite among discerning guests and locals alike.

The Role: Senior Pastry Chef

A rare opportunity has arisen for a talented and detail-driven Senior Pastry Chef to join this dedicated culinary team. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, precision, and a genuine passion for patisserie, working with fresh, seasonal ingredients to produce desserts, bakery items, and afternoon tea selections to a consistently high standard.

You will lead a small pastry team, contributing ideas for new dishes and playing a key role in delivering an outstanding food experience across multiple outlets within the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily pastry operations with focus on quality, consistency, and presentation
Prepare a variety of desserts, cakes, tarts, pastries, and afternoon tea components
Collaborate with the Head Chef on seasonal menu planning and recipe development
Mentor junior team members and contribute to a positive, productive kitchen culture
Uphold all food safety, hygiene, and allergen compliance standards
Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all pastry tools and equipment
Support breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea service across the restaurant and lounge menus

What We’re Looking For

Strong background in pastry within high-end hotels, restaurants, or patisseries
Experience working at or aspiring toward AA Rosette standards
Excellent knowledge of patisserie, chocolate work, and plated dessert presentation
Passion for seasonal produce and attention to flavour balance and visual detail
Calm, organised, and efficient under pressure
Food hygiene certification and formal culinary training preferred
A positive, team-spirited approach to leadership and collaboration

Working Pattern

5 days out of 7 per week (including weekends and holidays)
Straight shifts on rotation:
- 7:00am–3:30pm
- 9:00am–5:30pm
- 11:00am–7:30pm
- 1:30pm–10:00pm

Staff Benefits

Share of gratuities
Use of on-site pool, sauna, steam room, and gym (off-peak)
Staff discounts on dining and accommodation (off-peak)
Career development opportunities within a well-respected independent business
Supportive work culture in a scenic, peaceful coastal location

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced pastry chef with a love for beautifully crafted desserts and a desire to work in a professional, award-driven kitchen, this role offers a fantastic next step in your career. We welcome applications from those who take pride in their craft and are committed to excellence.

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