Pastry Sous Chef

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"When you work in Hawaii, in addition to learning about the functional aspects of running a hotel — like the proper way to make a bed or how to best handle luggage — it’s critically important to understand Hawaiian culture and the spirit of ‘ohana, or ‘family.’ When opening the first Andaz property in Hawaii, our team participated in Hawaiian culture training to help us understand what ‘ohana truly means.

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Hours: 40-hour per week contract

Great Scotland Yard Hotel is a one-of-a-kind luxury destination in the heart of Westminster, where historic grandeur meets contemporary sophistication. As part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, the hotel offers a uniquely curated experience, exceptional service, and discreet luxury for the most discerning guests.

Few addresses are richer in history and anecdote than our hotel; a few steps away from Covent Garden and around the corner from Trafalgar Square our guests enjoy a wide variety of food and beverage offerings including quirky cocktails and local craft beers in the 40 Elephants Bar, evening drinks at our Whisky Bar, Sibin, and can indulge in an Afternoon Tea with a twist in The Parlour.

• Support the Executive Pastry Chef and senior kitchen team in overseeing pastry operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and exceptional standards of quality and presentation.
• Lead by example, managing and inspiring the pastry team to deliver smooth, well‑organised service across all shifts.
• Contribute to the development of pastry menus, seasonal offerings, and recipe innovation, aligning with the hotel’s culinary vision.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of all baked goods, desserts, and pastry items, ensuring consistency, portion control, and adherence to recipes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic pastry kitchen in full compliance with food safety regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet service requirements and elevate guest experiences through outstanding pastry offerings.

You will have proven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef in a hotel or high‑volume pastry kitchen. A creative and skilled culinary professional, you bring strong leadership and organisational abilities, along with a passion for pastry arts and a commitment to excellence in quality, consistency, and presentation.

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
• Free meals on duty
• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
• Business attire laundered complimentary
• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

At Hyatt ‘We care for people so they can be their best’. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Being part of Great Scotland Yard Hotel also means joining the Hyatt family which has over 1150 hotels in over 70 different countries, also recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

Apply today for this Pastry Sous Chef position and start your journey with Great Scotland Yard Hotel!

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