Pastry Intern - Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor (Season 2027)

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Islas Baleares; On-site; EUR 7,800 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Complimentary accommodation at other 4

Complimentary employee meals

Hotel restaurant discounts

Shared accommodation available

Mental health support

Job summary

Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor is seeking a Pastry Intern to support the pastry team in preparing high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods while gaining hands-on experience in a professional luxury kitchen. You will work under the Pastry Chef, learning Four Seasons' standards, with a focus on technical skill development, creativity, and daily mise en place.

Fluency in English or Spanish and legal right to work in Spain are required.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in pastry and baking with enthusiasm to develop skills.
• Willingness to learn from experienced pastry professionals and receive feedback.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of pastries, desserts, and baked goods under the pastry team's guidance.
• Support daily preparation, production, and service in the pastry section.
• Follow recipes, methods, and presentation standards for consistency and quality.
• Rotate through different pastry sections to gain comprehensive operations knowledge.
• Learn different pastry techniques and apply them in daily tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper storage within the pastry kitchen.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Assist with mise en place organization for daily operations.
• Contribute creativity and new ideas to the pastry offering.
• Collaborate with team during service and support other kitchen colleagues as required.
• Uphold Four Seasons' standards of excellence, professionalism, and teamwork.

Skills

Passion for Pastry

Attention to Detail

Willingness to Learn

Organization Skills

Food Safety Hygiene

Team Player

Adaptability

Legal right to work

Education

Currently studying Pastry Arts/Culinary Arts/Gastronomy or related field

Job description

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:

Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor. Perched on the spectacular Formentor Peninsula, surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea and the breathtaking landscapes of Mallorca, Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor is a truly extraordinary place to work. Originally opened in 1929, this iconic retreat has been reimagined following an extensive restoration, reopening in August 2024 as Four Seasons' first resort in Mallorca. Set within a vast private estate, the Resort combines its rich heritage and poetic charm with contemporary luxury and the warm, authentic spirit of Spanish hospitality. Here, nature, history and exceptional service come together to create an inspiring environment for both our guests and our people. Join our team and become part of the story of Formentor - a place where careers are shaped by meaningful experiences, genuine connections and the opportunity to deliver the exceptional, every day.

About the role

The Pastry Intern supports the pastry team in the preparation and presentation of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods while gaining hands‑on experience in a professional luxury kitchen. This internship is designed for students passionate about pastry arts who are eager to develop their technical skills, creativity, and understanding of kitchen operations. Working closely with the Pastry Chef and the team, the intern will learn Four Seasons' standards while contributing to daily preparation and service.

What you will do

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of pastries, desserts, and baked goods under the guidance of the pastry team.

• Support the Pastry Chef and team with daily preparation, production, and service.

• Follow recipes, preparation methods, and presentation standards to ensure consistency and quality.

• Rotate through different pastry sections to gain a comprehensive understanding of pastry operations.

• Learn and apply different pastry techniques while developing technical skills.

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper storage within the pastry kitchen.

• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times.

• Assist with the preparation and organization of mise en place for daily operations.

• Contribute with creativity, curiosity, and new ideas to the pastry offering.

• Support the team during service and collaborate with other kitchen colleagues when required.

• Uphold Four Seasons' standards of excellence, professionalism, and teamwork.

What you bring

• Passion for Pastry: Genuine interest in pastry and baking, with enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to work carefully and maintain high standards in the preparation and presentation of pastry products.

• Willingness to Learn: Positive attitude and eagerness to learn from experienced pastry professionals and receive feedback.

• Organization Skills: Ability to maintain an organized workstation and efficiently support daily mise en place.

• Food Safety and Hygiene Awareness: Understanding of the importance of cleanliness, hygiene, and safe food handling practices.

• Team Player Attitude: Ability to collaborate effectively with the Pastry and Culinary teams in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.

• Adaptability and Flexibility: Willingness to support different tasks and adapt to operational and service needs.

• Legal right to work in Spain.

Degree

Currently studying Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, Gastronomy, or a related field.

Languages

Fluency in spoken English or Spanish.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Excellent Training and Development opportunities.

• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.

• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms.

• Complimentary Employee Meals.

• Discounts at our hotel restaurants.

• Discounts on local services.

• Possibility of shared accommodation (at a reduced cost) and free transportation to work.

• Mental Health Support: 24/7 access to professional and confidential psychological assistance.

Schedule & Hours:

Seasonal contract, full Time, 40 hours per week, with consecutive and rotating shifts (including early mornings, days, evenings and weekends).