Head Pastry Chef
2 hours ago
Witney
Who are we? Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, theres a kids club for the little ones and a workspace. We are seeking a visionary and accomplished Head Pastry Chef to lead and inspire our culinary team, shaping the next chapter of pastry excellence at Estelle Manor. Here's a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role: As Head Pastry Chef at Estelle Manor, you will lead the evolution of our entire pastry and bakery offering, shaping a department that sits at the very heart of the Manors culinary identity. Reporting directly into senior leadership and commanding a talented team of eight, you will be the driving force behind every element of pastry production across the estate, from artisanal breads and viennoiserie to refined plated desserts and bespoke chocolate work. Overseeing all pastry operations for the hotel, you will deliver exceptional standards across four distinct restaurant concepts, including our Japanese, Chinese, Glasshouse and Brasserie menus, as well as breakfast service and estate wide production. Your expertise must span both bakery and patisserie, from doughs and croissants to elevated restaurant desserts, combining technical mastery with creative vision. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced hotel based Head Pastry Chef and true all rounder to take an already respected offering and transform it into something extraordinary. While our style has been intentionally conservative to honour our hosted home ethos, we are now ready to elevate. We are seeking a leader who can move us from a single tart on the plate to beautifully composed, memorable creations that surprise and delight, without losing the warmth and soul that define Estelle Manor. You will hold ultimate responsibility for quality, food standards, financial performance and health and safety within the pastry kitchen. As first in command, your leadership, precision and ambition will set the tone, ensuring every item leaving the kitchen reflects the excellence and refinement of Estelle Manor, as we take our pastry programme confidently to the next level. Who we are looking for: A visionary, organised and driven leader, ready to elevate and refine our pastry offering. An experienced hotel based Head Pastry Chef with strong expertise across both bakery and patisserie. A confident team leader, inspiring and developing a team of eight while setting clear standards of excellence. Commercially aware and operationally strong, with experience managing budgets, compliance and health and safety. A creative yet disciplined all rounder, capable of delivering high level production alongside refined, restaurant ready desserts. An excellent communicator who builds strong relationships across a diverse estate. Positive, solution focused and charismatic, leading from the front with energy and professionalism. Whats in it for you? At Estelle , we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued , supported , and celebrated . Here at Estelle , we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging throughout. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips: Competitve salary and service charge Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups. Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties. Estelleversary gifting for all employees. Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees. Goes without saying but we will feed you during your shift. Cycle to Work scheme. Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes. 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service. Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way. Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme. Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed. Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired. About gratuities & service charge: Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role. TPBN1_UKCT