Nobu Hotel London Portman Square
Pastry Sous Chef
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Role: Pastry Sous Chef
As a Pastry Sous Chef at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, you’ll play a key leadership role within our pastry and culinary team — guiding chefs, elevating creativity and helping bring the Nobu pastry vision to life. You’ll combine technical expertise with a calm, collaborative approach, ensuring every dish reflects Nobu’s commitment to quality, elegance and innovation. With a passion for flavour, design and service, you’ll support the Executive Chef in delivering memorable guest experiences across the hotel.
You will
- Lead pastry preparation and ensure exceptional quality, presentation and consistency across all kitchens
- Support menu development, creativity and innovation in line with Nobu’s culinary vision
- Communicate menu details, allergens and key information clearly to relevant teams
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen organisation
- Assist with managing budgets, stock control, equipment and labour planning
- Train, mentor and support chefs at all levels, fostering development and teamwork
- Contribute to marketing activations and the creation of unique pastry experiences
- Respond to audits, support operational needs and collaborate effectively across departments
- Uphold Nobu values while delivering a calm, positive and proactive leadership style.
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What We’re Looking For
You are an experienced pastry professional with a strong background in luxury hotels or high-end restaurants. You thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and enjoy leading, training and inspiring a team. With excellent organisational skills, a passion for innovation and a genuine commitment to hospitality, you’ll help shape an exceptional pastry offering that enhances the guest journey at every step.
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Benefits of Joining Our Team
- £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
- Two hotel-wide social events each year, including our Employee Awards Night
- Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties worldwide
- Discounted Pilates classes and wellness treatments
- Exciting opportunities for career progression within the hotel and the wider Nobu portfolio
- Innovative learning and development programmes
- Wellness and volunteering initiatives
- Up to 33 holiday days through length of service
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounts on all food and beverage
- Free meals while on duty
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