PASTRY SOUS CHEF - Harrogate

Nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside, Grantley Hall is a five-star, 17th-century property offering a blend of stately grandeur and contemporary luxury. A leader in luxury hospitality, it was the first UK hotel to achieve Hospitality Assured World Class Status and also received a Two MICHELIN Key Distinction in 2024. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and PoB Hotels, it features 47 opulent rooms and suites, five restaurants, three bars, an award-winning spa and a cutting-edge gym, making Grantley Hall a truly distinctive luxury experience. The hotel is also a member of Forbes Travel Guide which recognises a commitment to service excellence across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the Head Chef to develop new pastry recipes, menu items and seasonal specialities that demonstrate innovation, creativity and culinary excellence while meeting guest preferences and dietary requirementsMaintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency in pastry production including taste, texture, appearance and portion sizeConducting regular tastings, evaluations and quality checks to ensure adherence to standardsSupervising Commis Chefs and Kitchen Assistants in their daily tasks, providing guidance, coaching and training to ensure correct techniques, efficiency and strong teamwork within the pastry sectionAssisting in managing inventory and procurement of pastry ingredients, equipment and supplies as well as managing stock levels, control costs and ensure freshness and availability of ingredientsOverseeing the production and presentation of all pastry and dessert items including baking, cooking, decorating and finishing techniques ensuring accuracy, consistency and excellence in execution

Key Skills, Qualities & Experience

• Proven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef, Senior Pastry Chef de Partie or a similar role within a Michelin-starred or 4/5 AA Rosette environmentStrong knowledge of contemporary pastry techniques, baking, plated desserts and bread productionExceptional attention to detail and a strong sense of pride in presentationA collaborative leadership style with experience supporting, training and developing junior ChefsStrong understanding of food safety, allergens and HACCP complianceFlexibility to work evenings and weekends as required

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits and have excellent opportunities for career development and provide exceptional training programmes for all employees:

• Tips typically over 200 per month ( 3,400 per year)Complimentary bespoke uniform and chef whitesComplimentary meals whilst on dutyRefer a Friend bonus - Earn up to 1000Holiday Buy/Sell SchemeComplimentary employee car parkingComplimentary state of the art onsite gym - with personal trainer support31 days annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with serviceProfessional development opportunities at all levelsReimbursement on work shoes, sight tests and professional membershipsModern and spacious discounted live in accommodation for eligible rolesAccess to hundreds of exclusive employee benefits, rewards and discounts targeted specifically at the hospitality sector. We support our employees do more with their money and help their wellbeing be providing access to a wide range of stand out well being support.We celebrate success. With an annual awards ceremony as well team events and incentives. Throughout the year we also celebrate training achievements, birthdays, marriages, new babies and length of service awards.Employee Assistance Programme helpline and online support, along with wellbeing champions onsiteTeam Member of the Month AwardsDiscount on Grantley Halls Restaurants, Spa products and Gift ShopDiscounted stays at Grantley Hall, as well as other Pride of Britain HotelsCycle to work schemeAccess to Stream, allowing you to instantly access your wagesSimplyhealth - Health cash plan