Pastry Sous Chef | Oriana Hotel

This is not a standard pastry role.

We’re building something significant.

The Oriana is a new, multi-level hospitality destination located within the Overseas Passenger Terminal at Circular Quay - one of Sydney’s most iconic waterfront locations. Designed as a modern, produce-driven venue, it brings together high-volume energy with a premium, refined dining experience.

At the centre of it is The Oriana Restaurant - a flagship dining space focused on local seafood, refined grill and elevated, seasonal menus.

We’re now looking for a Pastry Sous Chef to take full ownership of the dessert offering - from concept through to execution.

The Role

This is a leadership pastry position within an opening team - built for someone who wants to create, not just execute.

You will:

• Lead and run the pastry section across high-volume service

• Design and deliver a refined, modern dessert menu aligned to a produce-led concept

• Balance creativity with scalability - desserts that perform under pressure

• Work closely with the Head Chef and senior team on menu direction

• Build structure, systems and consistency from day one

• Manage prep, ordering, costing and waste control

This is about setting the standard early - clean, sharp execution at volume.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong pastry background in quality, high-volume kitchens

• Experience developing and executing seasonal dessert menus

• A refined, modern style - balanced, produce-led, not overworked

• Proven ability to deliver consistency at scale

• Calm, organised and reliable under pressure

• Takes full ownership of their section

Why Join The Oriana

• Be part of a flagship Sydney venue launch in an iconic waterfront location

• Lead and create the dessert offering for The Oriana Restaurant

• Work within a large, structured, high-performing kitchen team

• Genuine input into menu direction and creative development

• A fast-paced, high-volume environment with a premium finish

The Opportunity

If you’re a Pastry Sous Chef ready to step into a role where your work defines the standard - not follows it - this is your chance.