5-Star Hotel Pastry Chef – Seasonal Desserts

Daniel Thwaites PLC; Cartmel Fell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Salary access (Stream)

28 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Long service awards (free meals/stays)

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted stays and dining

Pension and life assurance

Bespoke training programmes

Engaging and supportive work env

Job summary

Langdale Chase Hotel, situated on the shores of Lake Windermere, has been refurbished and reopened in 2023 with AA 5‑star status and Times Top 100 ranking. We seek a Pastry Chef reporting to the Executive Chef to craft exquisite desserts and afternoon tea items, leading a pastry section and contributing to exceptional guest experiences.

You will produce desserts from scratch, maintain high hygiene standards, and collaborate with the wider kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-end hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a bakery or pastry role.
• Experience in a Four‑Star or Five‑Star hotel and fine dining environment preferred.
• Proactive, calm under pressure with a drive for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality pastry items and desserts from scratch.
• Create seasonal desserts and afternoon tea items with guidance from the Executive Chef.
• Manage a kitchen section and work with fresh ingredients.
• Maintain high levels of hygiene and safety at all times.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean and organized.
• Control stock and storage of food supplies.
• Support other team members across the kitchen.

Skills

Pastry expert

Quality focus

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

Langdale Chase Hotel, situated on the shores of Lake Windermere, has been refurbished and reopened in 2023 with AA 5‑star status and Times Top 100 ranking. We seek a Pastry Chef reporting to the Executive Chef to craft exquisite desserts and afternoon tea items, leading a pastry section and contributing to exceptional guest experiences.

You will produce desserts from scratch, maintain high hygiene standards, and collaborate with the wider kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-end hotel setting.