Bacchanalia, situated in Berkley Square in Mayfair, is a culinary haven celebrated for its avant-garde approach to gastronomy, elegant ambiance, and commitment to culinary mastery. As a beacon of innovative dining, Bacchanalia offers a curated experience that fuses creativity with timeless elegance that is inspired by the ancient Greco-Roman feasts of old. Walking inside transports you to another world as you are surrounded by dazzling statues designed by Damien Hirst, as well as 2,000-year-old pieces. We are currently seeking a dedicated and creative Pastry Junior Sous Chef to join our culinary team. As a Pastry Junior Sous Chef, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the pastry kitchen, ensuring the creation of exquisite desserts, and contributing to the overall excellence of our dining experience. If you have a passion for pastry, strong culinary skills, and leadership capabilities, we invite you to be an integral part of the amazing culinary team at our restaurant.

Key Responsibilities: - Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, maintaining high standards of dessert quality. - Lead and inspire the pastry kitchen team, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment. - Execute creative and visually appealing desserts, ensuring presentation and taste meet restaurant standards. - Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage the freshness of pastry ingredients. - Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new pastry menu items and seasonal specials. - Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations in the pastry kitchen. - Contribute to maintaining a positive and efficient working environment.

Requirements: - Previous experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or in a similar role within the culinary industry. - Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and dessert presentation. - Exceptional culinary skills and attention to detail in pastry creation. - Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and train kitchen staff. - Familiarity with inventory management and ordering processes.

Benefits: -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scotts Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bills -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Stream -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.

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