About Gaia Gaia is a refined Mediterranean restaurant celebrated for its elegant simplicity, seasonal ingredients, and exceptional attention to detail. Our pastry offering reflects the same philosophy: clean flavours, beautiful presentation, and uncompromising quality. We are now looking for a Pastry Sous Chef to join Gaias back-of-house team and support the delivery of an outstanding pastry programme. The Role: Pastry Sous Chef As Pastry Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily pastry operations, maintain high production standards, and support the training and development of the pastry team. This is a hands-on role suited to a Pastry Sous Chef who thrives in a high-volume, quality-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Support the Head Chef in managing the pastry section on a day-to-day basis Assist with menu development, recipe consistency, and cost control Supervise, train, and motivate pastry chefs to ensure high performance and development Ensure all desserts meet Gaias standards for quality, presentation, portioning, and temperature Assist with ordering, stock control, inventory, and production planning Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and grooming standards at all times Ensure smooth service during busy periods through strong organisation and leadership Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative kitchen environment About You Proven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or strong Pastry Chef de Partie ready to step up Background in high-end, quality-led restaurants or hotels Strong technical pastry skills with an eye for detail and consistency Confident leader with experience training and supervising teams Organised, calm under pressure, and highly standards-driven Flexible with working schedules to meet business needs What We Offer Opportunity to work with a prestigious, internationally recognised brand A supportive and professional kitchen culture Career progression within a growing hospitality group Competitive salary and benefits package Apply Now If you are a passionate Pastry Sous Chef looking to grow your career in a premium restaurant environment, we would love to hear from you. Beig Pastry Sous Chef at Gaiais an opportunity to refine your craft, lead by example, and be part of a truly exceptional culinary team.

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