Head Pastry Chef - Hotel

Blue Arrow - Southampton Perm Hub; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious 4-star hotel in Farnborough seeks a Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry kitchen. The role involves inspiring a team, developing menu ideas, and ensuring high standards of guest experience. This is a high-pressure position requiring culinary expertise and management skills.

Benefits

Salary up to £38,000 per annum

Opportunity to join a prestigious establishment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Senior Pastry Chef.
• Experience in a busy restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Pastry section and train other pastry chefs.
• Develop innovative menu ideas and ensure compliance with Health & Safety.
• Manage stock and GP control.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Team Management

Creativity

Job description

Head Pastry Chef - Luxury Hotel - Farnborough - Up to £38,000

Role Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pastry Chef in a 4-star contemporary and luxury hotel located in Farnborough. The main purpose of this role is to lead, inspire, motivate, and be accountable for the pastry kitchen department.

This is a high-pressure role requiring complete ownership of the guest experience, team performance, and administrative tasks, all delivered creatively and with care. The position involves working 5/7 days with a salary of up to £38,000.

Responsibilities as a Pastry Chef (Farnborough):

1. Lead the Pastry section
2. Train other pastry chefs
3. Develop innovative menu ideas with the lead chefs
4. Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation
5. Manage stock and GP control

Requirements to qualify for the role:

• Previous experience as a Senior Pastry Chef
• Experience in a busy restaurant environment, handling a minimum of 70 covers, peaking at 120
• A natural talent seeking to refine and develop culinary and management skills
• Willingness to work within a team and manage a brigade
• Ability to stay current with culinary trends
• Capacity to recognize, inspire, and develop future talent
• Understanding of diverse business mixes, including business guests, local guests, and hotel residents

Reward/Benefits:

• Salary up to £38,000 per annum
• Working 5/7 days per week
• Opportunity to join a prestigious establishment

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Due to the high volume of applications, we can only respond to candidates with relevant experience.

Eligibility:

In accordance with the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK or obtain necessary permits prior to applying. Evidence of eligibility will be required during recruitment.

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