Pastry Sous Chef

Job Description

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Job Title

Pastry Sous Chef

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Location

Fulham Pier, Stevenage Road, Fulham, SW6 6HH

• £35,000 to £40,000 depending on experience + upto 10% performance Bonus
• 40hours / 5 Days Over 7 Days
• Flexibility is essential, as shifts will vary across our operating hours of 7am–11pm, including weekends, evenings, and matchdays.
• Free Lunch at Fulham Pier

Job Introduction

At Sodexo Live!, we’re proud to be part of one of London’s most exciting premium hospitality destinations at Fulham Pier and Craven Cottage, a vibrant riverside destination where food, creativity, and community come together.From world-class dining and unforgettable events to exceptional matchday hospitality, this is a venue redefining experiences on and beyond matchdays.

We're now looking for a talented and ambitious Pastry Sous Chef to join our high-performing culinary brigade and help shape an elevated pastry offering across premium hospitality, events, restaurants, and matchday experiences.

Working alongside our Head Pastry Chef , you’ll have the opportunity to showcase creativity, lead from the front, and produce exceptional desserts, breads, pâtisserie, and baked goods in a fast-paced, premium environment unlike any other in London hospitality.

If you thrive on high standards, love innovation, and want to be part of something truly special we’d love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Creating and delivering exceptional pastries, desserts, cakes, breads, and baked goods for matchdays, events, and premium dining experiences
• Supporting the development of innovative seasonal pastry menus that reflect current trends and premium hospitality standards
• Leading pastry production during high-volume service while maintaining impeccable quality and consistency
• Working collaboratively with the wider culinary and front-of-house teams to deliver seamless guest experiences
• Mentoring and developing junior chefs within the pastry team
• Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, allergen compliance, safety, and presentation
• Managing stock, minimising waste, and helping drive a commercially successful pastry operation

What You Bring

• Proven experience as a Pastry Sous Chef, Senior Pastry Chef de Partie, or similar role within premium hospitality, luxury hotels, events, or fine dining
• Strong knowledge of contemporary pastry techniques, baking, plated desserts, and bread production
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume kitchens without compromising quality
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in presentation
• A collaborative leadership style with experience supporting and developing junior chefs
• Strong understanding of food safety, allergens, and HACCP compliance
• Flexibility to work matchdays, evenings, weekends, and major events

Why Join Sodexo Live!?

This is an opportunity to be part of a globally recognised hospitality business delivering exceptional experiences at one of London’s most iconic football and entertainment destinations.

We offer

• The chance to work within a prestigious and growing hospitality operation
• Creative freedom and input into menu development
• Career progression opportunities within Sodexo Live!
• A supportive and ambitious culinary team
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The excitement of matchdays, events, and premium hospitality service
• A workplace where innovation, passion, and excellence are genuinely valued

About Sodexo Live!

At Sodexo Live!, we create exceptional moments at some of the world’s most prestigious venues.From stadiums and arenas to cultural destinations and premium events, our teams bring hospitality to life through innovation, creativity, and service excellence.

At Fulham Pier and Craven Cottage, we are redefining hospitality experiences — and our culinary team is at the heart of that journey.