Pastry Chef ***luxury hotel in London***
Incredible benefits
We are looking for an enthusiastic Pastry Chef to join our family on a full-time basis. We are looking for someone who has a strong background in a culinary environment as a Pastry Chef with over 2 years’ experience. A skilled professional with the ability to oversee specific kitchen sections and with a proven track record of upholding the highest standards of culinary excellence and contributing to the overall success of the dining experience. This position reports to the Executive Chef.
Location: The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel, London
Employment type: Full-time
Working pattern: Shift work 5 days on 2 days off
Salary: £35,000 per year
Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family-owned hotelier business with 18 stunning properties all over the world.
We are proud to be AA's Hotel Group of the Year (2024)! We have won numerous awards such as Best Employer (2023) and Sustainable Business (2023) at The Cateys. We are proud in our commitment to developing our own and were honoured to have won for the third time a Princess Royal Training Award (2017, 2020, 2023) by HRH The Princess Royal and City & Guilds and proud to be the first privately owned company retaining its Platinum Investors in People accolade globally. To further enhance our standing we have won Top Employer (2024) for the United Kingdom which certified our excellent in employee conditions.
The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel part of Red Carnation Hotels is a four star boutique hotel based in the heart of exclusive Mayfair. Some of its features include 107 bedrooms as well as 7 different events spaces, a Butler’s Restaurant, a Terrace Bar and a Conservatory where we offer our guests a welcoming, friendly atmosphere and exquisite food and drink.
Key Responsibilities of a Pastry Chef:
* Create a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and
baked goods, ensuring consistency in presentation and taste.
* Collaborate with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to develop
and refine the pastry menu, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative
techniques.
* Oversee the pastry section, ensuring all team members work
efficiently and to the highest standards of food safety and quality.
* Monitor and manage stock levels of pastry ingredients,
ensuring minimal waste and keeping costs within budget.
* Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and
organization in the pastry kitchen, and ensure all food is prepared, stored,
and served according to safety guidelines.
* Provide guidance and training to junior pastry chefs,
fostering a collaborative and learning environment within the team.
* Work closely with other kitchen departments to ensure smooth
and efficient service, especially during peak dining hours.
What are we looking for?
* Proven experience in creating a variety of high-quality
pastries, desserts, and baked goods, with a keen eye for detail.
* Ability to oversee the pastry section, lead and inspire a
team, ensuring smooth operations.
* A passion for creating unique and visually stunning
desserts, with the ability to contribute new ideas to the menu and elevate the
overall dining experience.
* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment,
managing multiple tasks while ensuring high-quality output.
* Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and a sharp focus
on precision and consistency.
What is in it for you?
* Holiday allowance starting at 20 days and increasing with length of service up to 27 days + 8 bank holidays
* Professional, award winning learning and development opportunities from day one.
* Fantastic recommend a friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600.
* Enhanced paid maternity leave & paternity leave.
* 50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets.
* Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels worldwide.
* Two paid volunteering days each year, because we care about our community Access to immediate Employee Assistance Programme, because we care about our employees.
* Vibrant hotel recognition events every month and hotel-based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter).
* Social and team building events per hotel.
* Global Employee Appreciation Party, where we get to celebrate our incredible teams.
* Free meals on duty.
Red Carnation Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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