ACE Pizza will open its first restaurant in Victoria Park this summer. Our ‘biga’ dough pizza combines Neapolitan chew and char with New York-style structure and foldability—a uniquely ‘London-style’ pizza. An expanded menu will showcase our pizza sandwiches, alongside Italian-American sides and soft-serve ice cream.

We’re a young, passionate company on a mission to bring bold flavour, good vibes, and serious dough to London’s restaurant scene - and we’re now looking for a creative Pastry Chef to lead the charge on all things sweet (and some things savoury). This is a great opportunity to be part of something new, small, and full of potential. The role offers creative freedom and a real say in the direction of our dessert and dough program. Join a supportive kitchen team that’s big on collaboration and flavour. With competitive pay, perks and plenty of pizza, what’s not to like?

As Pastry Chef, you’ll work closely with the Head Pizza Chef in developing Ace Pizza’s menu offer. The key responsibilities are outlined below:

This Is Your Moment If:

• You’re forever trying to master the perfect tiramisu.

• You’ve got ideas for soft serve combos that would break the internet.

• You know your biga from your sourdough and aren’t afraid to get your hands floury.

• You want to help build something from the ground up.

• You crave the freedom to experiment and influence the menu.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and manage our dessert program. From ice cream flavours, classic desserts and toppings, to baked goods that pair perfectly with pizza.

• Own the bread and dough side of the kitchen, including experimenting with new crusts, focaccias, or limited edition drops. 

• Keep our dessert game strong, seasonal, and exciting. 

• Work closely with our Head Chef to make sure sweet & savoury are always in sync.

• Become a trusted resource for the team when it comes to pastry and dough.

• Champion creativity in menu development, contributing to specials and more.

• Maintain exceptional food hygiene standards, ensuring a 5-star rating.

• Engage with GP and stock control to optimise menu efficiency and drive growth.

• Take pride in appearance and the standards by which the team present themselves.

What We’re Looking For:

• A pastry or bakery background (bonus points if you’ve worked in a pizzeria or casual fine dining spot).

• Excellent taste and an even better attitude.

• A love of R&D, trying new things, and pushing boundaries.

• The ability to work fast, clean, and with pride in your craft.

• Experience in dough making.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a positive, can-do attitude.

• Comfortable working with all stakeholders, from customers to suppliers and EHO.

• Comfortable balancing autonomy with collaboration alongside company directors.

• Right to live and work in the UK.

Annual Leave & Benefits:

• 30 days annual leave (pro rata, or rolled up holiday equivalent if P/T)

• 1 additional community impact leave day every year

• Increased employer pension contribution after Y1

• CODE Hospitality membership for industry discounts

• Free food, tea, coffee, fruit and filtered water on shift

• ACE Pizza merchandise allocation (50% off at other times)

• Uniform budget

• Family & Friends Voucher

• 50% off food, 25% off drink (off shift)

• Team library fund

• Bi-annual team socials

Tips and service charge:

• 100% of monthly tips and gratuities shared fairly by end of following month via an assigned troncmaster

• ACE Pizza Victoria Park menu pricing is service included (ask for more info)

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Closing Date For Applications: Rolling process, asap

We'll endeavour to contact everyone who applies, although we can't guarantee feedback in the early stages. This is a rolling process and we may contact suitably qualified candidates in advance of any closing date.

ACE Pizza is a London Living Wage employer (accreditation pending). We particularly welcome applications from women, who are currently under-represented in some roles within the hospitality industry. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Please contact us if you require any assistance with the application process.

We are an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will be considered.