Head Pastry Chef

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About La Nouvelle Garde
Excited to be part of a new opening in London? La Nouvelle Garde is bringing its vibrant take on the modern French brasserie to Chelsea!
Were redefining the classics! Serving generous, beautifully executed French dishes in lively, high-energy spaces. Our restaurants are fast-paced, people-led and never stuffy. Quality matters. Atmosphere matters. But above all, team spirit is at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
As a guardian of the sweet station, you lead the pastry production to ensure generous, high-quality desserts. You manage your team and stock with the precision needed to deliver the perfect finale to our guests' meals.
What we're offering
From £35 000 annual salary + Service Charge
Opportunities to grow within the group, with new openings coming soon!
28 days holiday
Start date : May 16th 2026
Why Its Awesome to Join La Nouvelle Garde
GP Service & EAP discount : because taking care of our teams matters as much as taking care of our guests: access to a virtual GP and confidential counselling, so youre supported on and off shift
Everything is homemade! And when we say everything, we mean everything. We receive whole cuts of meat and entire fish, and everything is prepared in-house, the Nouvelle Garde way
100% of your staff meal covered during working hours
50% discount in all our brasseries to treat yourself
More benefits to come
Key Responsibilities
Production & Quality : Oversee and execute daily pastry production (doughs, creams, assembly)
Team Leadership : Supervise, train, and motivate pastry commis and apprentices, ensuring a positive culture.
Creativity : Contribute to the development of seasonal desserts and daily specials.
Operations : Manage raw material orders and inventories while ensuring optimal stock rotation.
Profitability : Follow technical sheets strictly, control portions, and minimize waste to meet margin targets.
Compliance : Guarantee strict adherence to HACCP hygiene and safety standards and maintain a spotless pastry lab.
What were Looking For
Strong sense of hospitality and guest service
Leadership and team management skills
Excellent presentation
Availability and responsiveness

Please note: All applicants must hold a valid visa or the right to work in the UK.

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Location:
London
Job Type:
PartTime

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