Head Pastry Chef

Daphne's, based in the luxurious South Kensington, is an esteemed Italian restaurant celebrated for its sophisticated ambiance, exceptional cuisine, and unwavering commitment to culinary excellence. Established in 1964, Daphne's has offered a harmonious blend of contemporary and traditional Italian dishes that have attracted some of London’s most famous residents. Our stunning conservatory can be used year-round, allowing for lots of sunlight in the summer and a cosy fire for the winter.

We are currently seeking a highly accomplished and creative Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry team. As the Head Pastry Chef, you will play a central role in shaping the dessert menu, overseeing pastry kitchen operations, and contributing to the overall success of our culinary offerings. If you have a passion for pastry arts, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering extraordinary dining experiences, we invite you to be a key influencer at our stunning restaurant.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and execute innovative and high-quality dessert menus.

- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

- Lead and inspire the pastry team, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.

- Collaborate with the management team to develop seasonal menus and special offerings.

- Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage the freshness of ingredients.

- Ensure efficient pastry kitchen workflows and maintain a positive and efficient working environment.

Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or in a similar leadership role within the culinary industry.

- Strong pastry skills and a track record of creating successful and creative dessert menus.

- Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and efficiently manage tasks.

- Familiarity with inventory management and ordering processes.

Benefits:

-30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bill’s

-Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Wagestream

-Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

-Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000

-English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses

-Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees

-Employee Assistance Programme

-Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions

Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality.

We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.