Pastry Sous Chef - London

Job Details Pastry Sous Chef - London Pastry Sous Chef - AELTC Wimbledon, London | Full-Time / Permanent 40, + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more.We're looking for a talented and versatile Pastry Sous Chef join the culinary team at Wimbledon Food & Drink - the official caterer at The All-England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC), one of the world's most prestigious sporting venues. This is a rare opportunity to join the culinary team who cater for guests of AELTC, the private members' club that provides exceptional dining experiences for events including The Championships, Wimbledon. As Pastry Sous Chef you will be responsible for producing exceptional desserts, bakery items, afternoon tea, petits fours and seasonal pastry menus whilst maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, food safety and presentation.We are LevyWe are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet.Trusted by some of the world's most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events, from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London, we bring experiences to life with passion and precision.Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities.We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations.Pastry Sous Chef - The roleLead, organise and supervise the pastry kitchen ensuring sufficient production for all services with minimum wastage.Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with recipe specifications, allergen procedures and company food safety standards.Maintain exceptional standards of taste, presentation, consistency and portion control.Develop seasonal dessert, bakery and afternoon tea menus alongside the Head Chef.Create and deliver new recipes, tastings and product development for Members' Dining Room, Club Room and Championship operations.Manage pastry mise en place, production schedules and service to ensure timely delivery during busy periods.Complete ordering using nominated suppliers, manage stock levels, stock rotation and weekly stock takes.Control food cost, purchasing compliance and gross profit through effective planning and waste management.Train, mentor and develop Pastry Chefs, Chef de Parties, Commis Chefs and apprentices through coaching and daily feedback.Lead menu briefings and ensure Front of House teams understand products, allergens and menu stories.Support themed events, private dining, seasonal promotions and bespoke member experiences.Ensure all statutory Health & Safety, HACCP, environmental and food safety documentation is completed accurately.Deputise for the Head Chef, overseeing the wider kitchen brigade and operational performance when required.What we're looking forProven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef or Senior Pastry Chef within fine dining, luxury hotels or private members' clubs.Strong leadership skills with experience managing and motivating kitchen teams.Excellent pastry, bakery and chocolate work with creativity and attention to detail.Experience managing budgets, GP, purchasing and stock control.Passion for innovation, seasonality, sustainability and reducing food waste.Food Hygiene Level 2 minimum (Level 3 desirable).Excellent organisational skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure.Commercial awareness and commitment to exceptional guest experiences.Aware of sustainability and reducing food waste. What you'll get in returnCompetitive salary with bonus and full company benefits23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and a holiday purchase schemeHealthcare & wellbeing: Aviva Digicare, Medicash (dental, optical, therapy treatments)Mental health support: 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeFamily benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 2 days? additional leave after returning from maternity leave, day off for your baby?s first birthday, enhanced family leavePerks & discounts: Shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts, 20% off Nuffield Health and 10% off PureGym membershipsFinancial wellbeing: Pension scheme, Life Assurance, preferred rates on salary finance productsDevelopment opportunities: Professional subscriptions, ongoing training and structured career pathwaysMeals on duty includedWhy join us?Levy UK & Ireland is part of Compass Group, the world's largest catering company, and a vibrant leader in hospitality.We believe in celebrating individuality and building inclusive teams where everyone feels they belong. Our diverse team fuels creativity, innovation, and excellence.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us in creating a supportive, empowering workplace where everyone can thrive.Together, we create unforgettable experiences, and shape the future of hospitality.