Head Pastry Chef

TN United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An acclaimed luxury spa hotel in the picturesque Cotswolds is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead its pastry team. This role offers the chance to create exquisite pastry items while fostering a positive team environment. With a commitment to sustainability and excellence, this position provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a multi-AA rosette kitchen. Enjoy a range of benefits including gratuities, accommodation, and discounts across the brand. If you are passionate about pastry and ready to elevate your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Gratuities and service charges

Staff accommodation

28 days of annual leave

Extra day off on birthday

Additional holiday day annually

Complimentary meals during shifts

Free on-site parking

Up to 50% discount across the brand

Discounted rates for family and friends

Staff uniforms provided

Refer-a-friend scheme with £500 bonus

Pension scheme enrollment

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 and CIEH Level 2 qualifications required.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pastry team ensuring high-quality dish delivery.
• Create and present a variety of pastry items to exacting standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Pastry Preparation

Team Management

Time Management

Education

NVQ Level 3

CIEH Level 2

Job description

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We're looking for a Head Pastry Chef to join a multi-AA rosette kitchen at an award-winning luxury spa hotel in the beautiful Cotswold’s. Based in a historic country house, this role gives you the chance to lead our pastry team and bring fresh ideas to the table. Joining a family of luxury venues in the Cotswold’s, this is a special opportunity for a Head Pastry Chef to make a big impact!

About the venue and company

• An acclaimed luxury spa hotel nestled in the Cotswold’s.
• Recognized with multiple AA Rosettes
• Dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint and improving sustainability across its operations.

About the position

• The Head Pastry Chef will take charge of the pastry area, ensuring smooth operations and the delivery of high-quality dishes.
• Create and present a variety of pastry items to meet exacting standards of preparation and presentation.
• The Head Pastry Chef will support the team and foster an environment that promotes morale, commitment, and pride.
• Provide guidance and support to junior pastry team members, ensuring consistent service and product delivery.

The successful candidate

• Possesses a minimum NVQ Level 3 and CIEH Level 2 qualifications.
• Demonstrates at least 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Exhibits strong leadership skills.
• Works effectively under pressure, ensuring the pastry section operates efficiently daily.

Company benefits

• Gratuities and service charges
• Availability of staff accommodation.
• 28 days of annual leave.
• Enjoy an extra day off on your birthday.
• Receive an additional holiday day annually for the first 5 years.
• Complimentary meals during shifts.
• Access to free on-site parking.
• Benefit from up to a 50% discount across the brand.
• Take advantage of discounted rates for family and friends.
• Provided with staff uniforms.
• Participate in the refer-a-friend scheme and receive a £500 bonus.
• Eligible for enrollment in the pension scheme.
• Enhanced benefits for maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.