Pastry Sous Chef

Michelin Star Restaurant | Bath

£37,000–£41,000 + Gratuities | 48 Hours | Four-Day Week Whenever Possible

1 Michelin Star | 4 AA Rosettes | Michelin Key Luxury Hotel

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Pastry Sous Chef to join the award-winning brigade at The Olive Tree Restaurant, one of the UK's finest Michelin-starred dining destinations.

Located within the luxurious Queensberry Hotel, The Olive Tree proudly holds 1 Michelin Star, 4 AA Rosettes and is part of a Michelin Key luxury hotel, offering an exceptional opportunity to develop your career within one of the South West's most respected kitchens.

For the right candidate, this role offers the opportunity to join an ambitious pastry team producing refined, modern desserts using exceptional seasonal ingredients in a calm, quality-focused environment.

The Venue

The Olive Tree Restaurant has built a national reputation for elegant modern cuisine, exceptional hospitality and meticulous attention to detail. As part of an independently owned luxury hotel, the restaurant offers chefs the chance to work within a stable, supportive business that genuinely invests in its people.

You'll be joining an experienced brigade committed to continuous improvement, creativity and delivering outstanding guest experiences at Michelin-star level.

The Role

Working closely with the Head Chef and senior kitchen team, you'll play a key role in leading the pastry section and maintaining the exceptional standards expected of a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Your responsibilities will include:

Producing exceptional desserts, pastries, breads and petits fours
Supporting the day-to-day running of the pastry section
Assisting with seasonal menu development and creative dish creation
Maintaining consistently outstanding quality and presentation
Managing stock levels and minimising waste
Ensuring the highest standards of food safety and hygiene
Supporting and mentoring junior members of the brigade
Helping maintain a calm, organised and efficient pastry kitchen throughout service

The Package

£37,000–£41,000 salary (dependent on experience)
Additional gratuities
48-hour contract
Four-day week wherever possible
Two guaranteed days off each week
Chef whites provided and laundered
Free meals whilst on duty
50% contribution towards taxi fares between 11:00pm and 6:30am
Complimentary five-course tasting menu with wine pairing for you and one guest every six months*
Complimentary overnight stay with dinner and breakfast for two after each completed year of service*
Friends and family accommodation rates
Company pension
Ongoing professional training and development
Genuine career progression within an ambitious privately owned company
Regular team events organised by the in-house social committee

*Terms and conditions apply.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who has:

Previous experience as a Pastry Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef or an exceptional Pastry Chef de Partie ready for the next step
Experience within 3 AA Rosette, Michelin Guide or Michelin Star kitchens
Excellent technical pastry skills with exceptional attention to detail
A creative approach and passion for seasonal ingredients
Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform under pressure
A good understanding of food safety and kitchen management
Excellent communication skills and a positive, professional attitude
A genuine ambition to develop within one of the UK's leading pastry kitchens

Service Pattern

Dinner: Tuesday–Sunday
Lunch: Friday–Sunday
Mondays closed (breakfast and room service only)
Annual closure of two weeks each year
One breakfast shift per week (6:45am–3:00pm) when a three-day weekend is not available

Apply Now

If you're looking to take the next step in your pastry career within a Michelin Star, 4 AA Rosette kitchen, this is a rare opportunity to join one of Bath's most respected restaurants, offering outstanding training, genuine progression and the chance to work with an exceptional team.