**Job Identification:** 207872
**Job Category:** Culinary
**Job Schedule:** Full time
**Salary** Competitive
As a Pastry Junior Sous Chef at the Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch, you’re not just creating exceptional desserts – youu2019re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.
Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch is seeking au202fPastry Junior Sous Chef to join the pre-opening team for this highlyu202fanticipatedu202fnew luxury hotel opening later this year.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced luxury hospitality leader to join the founding team and help shape the guest experience at this landmark hotel.u202f
Located at the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, Waldorf Astoria London u2013 Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites and 17,500 sqft of private residences. The hotel will open with two signature restaurants – Coreus by Clare Smyth and Cafu00e9 Boulud by Daniel Boulud – bringing together two of the worldu2019s most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. Guests will also enjoy a world-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and a collection of grand event spaces, including a ballroom for up to 320 guests.u202f
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is Hiltonu2019s flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the worldu2019s most sought-after destinations.u202f
**u202fu202f** **WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UKu2019s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026** **u202f**
_u202fu202f_ _Proudly voted by our Team Members_ _u202f_
**A World of Rewards** **u202f**
Complimentary, nourishing meals provided while on dutyu202f
Exceptional development programmes, designed to support and accelerate your growth at every stageu202f
Opportunities to make a meaningful impact through our industryu2011leading Corporate Responsibility initiativesu202f
Team Member Travel Programme, offering exclusive discounted stays and 50% off food & beverageu202f
High street savings through Perks at Worku202f
28 daysu2019 holiday, including bank holidays, rising to 33 days with length of serviceu202f
We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate about delivering an exceptional fives star guest experience, consistently upholding the worldclass service standards recognised by Forbes.u202f
**Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:**
As a Pastry Junior Sous Chef, you will work in close partnership with the Executive Pastry Chef, playing a key leadership role within the pastry brigade to deliver refined, memorable experiences for our Guests and Members. You will uphold the highest culinary standards, demonstrating precision, creativity, and professionalism in every aspect of the pastry operation.
Your responsibilities will include:
Ensure all pastry preparation and presentation consistently meet brand standards across the restaurant and private event offerings
Lead daily briefings for relevant menus, ensuring clarity, preparation, and alignment within the pastry team
Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef in the development and evolution of innovative pastry menus and seasonal creations
Support prompt, thoughtful resolution of guest enquiries, contributing to positive outcomes and elevated guest satisfaction
Build strong, collaborative working relationships across departments, offering support as required to ensure seamless operations
Assist in leading, mentoring, and training the pastry team, ensuring full compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and food safety requirements
**What are we looking for?**
A Pastry Junior Sous Chef within Hiltonu2019s luxury brands is a passionate culinary professional who leads with integrity, creativity, and a commitment to excellenceu2014working collaboratively to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities and experience:
A minimum of two yearsu2019 experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie, preferably within a luxury or highu2011end hospitality environment
A strong, creative leader with a genuine passion for pastry excellence and team development
NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent professional culinary qualification)
A valid Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and a strong understanding of food safety standards
The ability to remain composed and effective under pressure in a fastu2011paced, detailu2011driven kitchen environment
Flexibility and confidence to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative brigade
**What It Takes to Make the Stay**
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of **Hospitality** . Acting with **Integrity** and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through **Leadership** . A belief that **Teamwork** drives the best outcomes. A sense of **Ownership** and accountability. And a focus on the **Now** , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.
**Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture**
At Hilton, we donu2019t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guestsu2014we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, weu2019ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the Worldu2019s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands (https://www.hilton.com/en/brands/) , and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, weu2019re setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether youu2019re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the careeru2014and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog (https://jobs.hilton.com/us/en/blog) to see why weu2019re more than a great place to stayu2014weu2019re a great place to work….