Head Pastry Chef

Excited to be part of a new opening in London? La Nouvelle Garde is bringing its vibrant take on a modern French Brasserie to Chelsea with Brasserie Olivia . We’re looking for high-energy talent to join the family!

If you love a fast-paced "people-led" rush and want to be part of a legendary grand opening, join us on the floor, in the kitchen, pastry, or at the bar!

About La Nouvelle Garde

We’re redefining the classics! Serving generous, beautifully executed French dishes in lively, high-energy spaces. Our restaurants are fast-paced, people-led and never stuffy. Quality matters. Atmosphere matters. But above all, team spirit is at the heart of everything we do!

What We're Offering

• Average hourly salary: £15-£16/hour (inclusive of Tronc)

• We invest in our people, offering great career opportunities with new openings ahead!

Start date : End of May 2026

Why It’s Awesome to Join La Nouvelle Garde

• GP service & EAP discount: because taking care of our teams matters as much as taking care of our guests: access to a virtual GP and confidential counselling, so you’re supported on and off shift

• Everything is homemade; and when we say everything, we mean everything. We receive whole cuts of meat and entire fish, and everything is prepared in-house, the Nouvelle Garde way

• 100% of your staff meal covered during working hours

• 50% discount in all our brasseries to treat yourself

• Lucrative referral scheme

More benefits to come

Key Responsibilities

• Production & Quality : Oversee and execute daily pastry production (doughs, creams, assembly)

• Team Leadership : Supervise, train, and motivate pastry commis and apprentices, ensuring a positive culture

• Creativity : Contribute to the development of seasonal desserts and daily specials

• Operations : Manage raw material orders and inventories while ensuring optimal stock rotation

• Profitability : Follow technical sheets strictly, control portions, and minimise waste to meet margin targets

• Compliance : Guarantee strict adherence to HACCP hygiene and safety standards and maintain a spotless pastry lab

We’re Looking For

Experience & Qualities

• Strong sense of hospitality and guest service

• Leadership and team management skills

• Excellent presentation

• Availability and responsiveness

Please note: All applicants must hold a valid visa or the right to work in the UK.