Pastry Chef, Wild Rabbit

Responsibilities

• Keep your section prepped and pristine with fresh mise en place daily.
• Deliver dishes with precision, consistency, and flair.
• Lead your section with efficiency, maintaining high standards throughout service.
• Uphold kitchen and audit standards with pride.
• Support and collaborate with your team, sharing your passion and expertise.
• Mentor junior chefs, guiding them with constructive feedback and encouragement.
• Stay curious – learn about our ingredients, processes, and sustainability journey.
• Maintain portion control and record new recipes accurately.
• Help define dish presentation and support cost testing.
• Champion health & safety and flag concerns proactively.
• Bring our purpose to life – drive positive change through conscious cooking and sustainable practices.
• Inspire those around you – customers, colleagues, and suppliers – to live and work more mindfully.

• Proven experience in a multi‑rosette or Michelin‑starred kitchen.
• Deep knowledge and hands‑on skill in pastry, with a love for the craft.
• A creative mind and a flair for innovation in every dish.
• Calm, focused, and composed under pressure.
• A strong work ethic and genuine dedication to the culinary world.
• Self‑motivated, ambitious, and driven to excel.

We're seeking a passionate and creative Pastry Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team at The Wild Rabbit. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑end environment and is eager to contribute to an ever‑evolving menu inspired by the seasons and our local produce. You’ll have previous experience working on a pastry section in a quality restaurant, with a strong foundation in classical techniques and a flair for innovation.

You’ll be involved in menu development, bringing fresh ideas that reflect current trends while staying true to our commitment to craftsmanship and sustainability. We’re looking for a keen foodie who’s curious, driven, and always looking to refine their skills. If you’re excited by the idea of working with exceptional ingredients and being part of a team that values creativity and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

The Wild Rabbit in Kingham is a fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel in the heart of the Cotswolds. Recognised in the Top 50 Gastropubs, the Top 50 Boutique Hotels, and awarded 3 AA Rosettes, we combine culinary excellence with warm, authentic hospitality. Our menus, created in close partnership with Daylesford Farm, are rooted in seasonality, organic provenance, and sustainability. Under the leadership of Executive Chef Callum Graham, our kitchen is entering an exciting new chapter.

Callum began his career in prestigious kitchens across London, Paris, and Geneva, before joining Bohemia in Jersey. There, he was part of the team that retained the Michelin star as Sous Chef, and later, as Head Chef, he successfully upheld Bohemia’s Michelin star for five consecutive years – a testament to his skill, vision, and consistency at the highest level of dining.

Salary: £44,000 per annum OTE – comprising a base salary of £40,000 plus a qualified estimate of £4,000 in gratuities and service charge.

Hours:

48 hours per week, any 5 days in 7.

The on‑target earning potential for this role is £44,000 per annum based on a 48‑hour contract – comprising a base salary of £40,000, plus a qualified estimate of £4,000 in gratuities and service charge.

Benefits include:

• Discounts: A range of discounts on our products, treatments, and dining experiences from day 1.
• Volunteering Days:
  One paid day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice.
• Private Medical:
  Subsidised private medical insurance through Bupa.
• Pension Scheme:
  Pay up to 9% of your salary into your pension each month; we contribute up to 4.5%.
• Life Assurance:
  Life assurance cover equal to up to a year of your annual salary.
• Mental Health Support: 24‑hour support from our Employee Assistance Programme, seven days a week.

Gratuities are paid on a pro‑rata basis; it is estimated that in 2026 full‑time employees can expect to receive in the region of £4,000 in addition to their annual salary.