Commis Pastry Chef

Michael Caines Collection; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned luxury establishment as a Pastry Commis Chef, where your creativity and passion for pastry will flourish. This role offers the chance to work under the guidance of a Michelin Star chef, contributing to an exceptional dining experience. You'll be part of a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. With generous benefits, including discounts and staff meals, this is an opportunity to grow your culinary skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and are eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Staff meals

25% discount in the restaurant

Employee accommodation

Generous monthly service charge

Staff Party

Guest experiences

Introduce a friend bonus

Special Staff Relais Châteaux Rate

Staff Bed and Breakfast Rate

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry work and a passion for food.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and presentation of plated desserts.
• Making bread and patisserie work with room for creativity.

Skills

Pastry Skills

Good Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Cookery Training

Job description

Role: Pastry Commis Chef

Location: Lympstone Manor 5* Luxury between Exeter and Exmouth

Resort information: https://lympstonemanor.co.uk/

Salary: £24,960 per annum plus tronc

Hours: Full time 5 days a week 48 hours

Relationships: Kitchen, Restaurant and Reception

Welcome

Become part of the something bigger.

Lympstone Manor is the home of five red star exceptional luxury. A leading member of Relais & Chateau, our 21 contemporary bedrooms, 6 luxury shepherds huts, Michelin Star and 5 AA Rosette restaurant, brand new swimming pool and clubhouse, world-class wine cellar and vineyard guarantee an experience for all to adore.

Make a difference.

People and passion are why we exist. We strive to achieve the exceptional in all that we do. Each of us are empowered to deliver a personal experience, to be the leaders in service and hospitality. If you understand what it takes to deliver memorable moments and you truly believe you can make a difference to someone else's day, we want to hear from you.

Join us.

Our team is at the heart of our business. Our success depends on them, so we make sure they’re happy. The Michael Caines Collection offers incredible opportunities for talented, committed and passionate people who are looking to progress a career within hospitality. We champion personality, reward excellence and develop dreams.

Discover the role

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Pastry Chef to join our team. Working under the guidance of Michael Caines MBE, the ideal candidate will be creative and have drive to experiment with new ideas as well as working from an established repertoire.

What You’ll Be Doing

• A passion for food and an eye for detail
• Good cookery background and training, demonstrating a natural flair for pastry work
• Works well under pressure
• Good communication skills and teamwork together with a can-do attitude
• High standards of cleanliness and personal hygiene
  
  

Who We’re Looking For

• Preparation of and presentation of plated desserts
• To be fully aware of all Health and Safety policy and procedures relevant to your role and department
• Making bread and patisserie work
• Working from an established repertoire with space for creative input
• To ensure that all food commodities are received and stored correctly
  
  

Discover the rewards

Competitive pay package

• Generous monthly service charge addition
• 28 days holiday per year
• Staff company benefits and discounts
• Free staff meals
• 25% discount in the restaurant on Food and Beverage
• Staff Bed and Breakfast Rate
• Special Staff Relais Châteaux Rate
• Guest experiences
• Introduce a friend bonus.
• Staff Party
  
  

FAQ’s

What happens after I apply?

• You will be sent an email confirming we have received your application. Within 7 days, we will contact you confirming whether your application has been shortlisted.
  
  

Where is Lympstone Manor?

• Situated in the heart of Devon, Lympstone Manor sits between Exeter and Exmouth and overlooks the Exe Estuary. Our address is Lympstone Manor, Courtlands Lane, Exmouth, EX8 3NZ.
  
  

Can I get to Lympstone Manor via public transport?

• You can take the coastal train from Exeter St. Davids or Exeter Central train stations, take the Exmouth train and exit at Lympstone village. It is a 15 minute walk to Lympstone Manor from the train station.
  
  

Do I need the right to work in the UK?

• In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.
  
  

Do you provide employee accommodation?

• Yes we can offer accommodation
  
  

How long after my interview will it take to know the outcome?

• You will be notified within the week if you have been successful
  
  

What will the working hours be?

• Working hours will vary depending on the role and department. They are detailed within each individual job vacancy.
  
  

What are your company values?

• Passion
• Integrity
• Authenticity
• Quality
• Respect
• Consistency
  
  

Have a look at our careers site to find out more about out culture, values and mission. As well as our benefits and rewards packages.

If you're ready to become part of something bigger, if you’re driven by passion and if you seek to become exceptional at what you do, then we want to hear from you