Baker

Dorchester Collection; Blacknest; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary nights with breakfast

50% discount at selected restaurants

Generous Employee Introductory Scheme

Team members' awards and incentives

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Uniform laundered complimentary

Complimentary meals whilst on duty

Job summary

Dorchester Collection is looking for a Baker at Coworth Park Hotel in Blacknest, England. The position focuses on leading the pastry kitchen section, ensuring exceptional quality and training of kitchen staff. Candidates must have experience in kitchen environments and knowledge of food safety.

The role includes various benefits, such as complimentary stays and a pension scheme, highlighting the culture of teamwork and inclusivity at the Dorchester Collection.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen setting.
• Ability to train and develop other kitchen staff.
• Knowledge of patisserie and baking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead pastry kitchen section to exceed guest expectations.
• Train and develop Demi and Commis chefs in baking.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in kitchen.

Skills

COSHH certification

Good understanding of food safety

Good verbal and written English

Good organisational skills

General kitchen and food knowledge

Job description

Join us as a Baker at Coworth Park Hotel, recently recognised as one of The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for in 2025. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

To lead a section in the pastry kitchen to exceed guest expectation. Train and develop Demi and Commis chefs with knowledge of patisserie and baking skills.

What you'll get

• Complimentary nights with breakfast within Dorchester Collection
• 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants at The Dorchester and Coworth Park
• Very generous Employee Introductory Scheme offered
• Team members' awards and incentives schemes
• Contributory pension scheme entitlement from date of commencement
• Life assurance cover for all team members
• Uniform laundered complimentary
• Complimentary meals whilst on duty at our team members' restaurants

What you'll do

• HACCAP – Follow the day-to-day procedures including diligence, food labelling, weekly deep clean of your section
• Run an environment that is clean, tidy and organised at all times
• Promote morals that encourage a team to take pride in their working environment to a high level of commitment
• Plan the day-to-day running of your section effectively to meet the service by the department, independently
• Supervise, train and develop team members to the expected standards set out by the Head Pasty Chef
• Strive to maintain and drive the solid consistency of the product being produced within the pastry dept on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Have a flexible ability to respond to business and client needs
• Follow and abide by all regulations, policies and procedures set out by Coworth Park Hotel and the Dorchester collection
• Ensure other team members are also made aware of these requirements and abide by them
• Along with your main duties you may be asked to complete other tasks and duties as and when necessary and reasonably required
• You may occasionally be required to adjust your hours of work to cover the business needs

What you'll bring

• COSHH certification
• Hotel or restaurant background
• Good understanding of food, safety, hygiene
• General kitchen and food knowledge
• Good verbal and written English
• Good organisational skillsFlexible ability to respond to business and client needs

Job Location

United Kingdom

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please contact the People & Culture team at [e-mail]

Reference: 2026-6322