Pastry Commis Chef - London Are you passionate about pastry and eager to showcase your culinary skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Firmdale Hotels invites you to become a part of our prestigious Charlotte Street Hotel team as a Commis Pastry Chef. At Firmdale, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional hospitality and a supportive, inspiring work environment. Firmdale Hotels is renowned for its award-winning, luxury boutique hotels located in the heart of London and New York. Our properties are celebrated for their unique style, impeccable service, and warm, inviting atmosphere. We believe in creating memorable experiences for our guests and fostering a rewarding, growth-oriented environment for our team members. As a Commis Pastry Chef at Charlotte Street Hotel, you will play a vital role in our culinary team, assisting in the preparation and presentation of our exquisite pastry offerings. Your creativity and precision will contribute to the delightful dining experiences we provide to our guests. Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation, baking, and presentation of pastries and desserts. Ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation are consistently met. Collaborate effectively with the pastry team to innovate and perfect recipes. Maintain a clean and organised work area, adhering to health and safety regulations. Support the head pastry chef and sous chef in daily kitchen operations. What you Need: Experience in a similar role within a high-quality kitchen environment. A strong passion for food, with a keen eye for detail. Ability to thrive in a team setting and contribute positively to a dynamic kitchen. Excellent time management and organisational skills. What We Offer: Competitive hourly rate of 12.79 plus service charge. Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching. Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies) Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants Complimentary meals on shift Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent Flexible scheduling without split shifts Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service Season ticket loan for convenient commuting Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks And much more Why join Firmdale Hotels? Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design. We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades: Times Best Places to Work 2024 The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade Manager of the Year - Helle Jensen - Cateys 2024 Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024 Food & Beverage Manager of the Year Finalist - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024 Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award Dorset Square Hotel - One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024 Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure 'IT List' best hotels in the world Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys The Soho Hotel and Ham Yard - Conde Nast Traveller 2023 Top Hotels in London. Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024. You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/ If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey with Firmdale Hotels and contribute to our tradition of excellence in hospitality, we'd love to hear from you Apply now to join our passionate team and be part of something extraordinary. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.