Pastry Apprentice: Desserts & Pastry Arts

Millennium Hotels; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Career development opportunities

Pension salary sacrifice

Discounted accommodation

Volunteer day

Training and development

50% dining discount

Job summary

The Chelsea Harbour Hotel, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, is seeking a motivated Pastry Commis to join our Kitchen Team in London. You will work alongside experienced pastry chefs, gaining hands-on experience in pastry production, baking techniques, chocolate work, and dessert preparation while pursuing professional development goals.

We value a passion for pastry, teamwork, reliability and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for pastry, baking, desserts and hospitality.
• Desire to learn professional pâtisserie techniques and pastry production.
• Creativity and an eye for detail in food presentation.
• Willingness to learn from experienced pastry chefs.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene and quality.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Previous kitchen, bakery or pastry experience is advantageous but not essential; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in pastry production, baking techniques, chocolate work, and dessert preparation.
• Assist senior pastry chefs and contribute to daily pastry outputs.
• Adhere to food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures while maintaining quality.

Skills

Pastry passion

Creativity

Eye for detail

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Learning mindset

Fast-paced work

Job description

The Chelsea Harbour Hotel, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, is seeking a motivated Pastry Commis to join our Kitchen Team in London. You will work alongside experienced pastry chefs, gaining hands-on experience in pastry production, baking techniques, chocolate work, and dessert preparation while pursuing professional development goals.

We value a passion for pastry, teamwork, reliability and a willingness to learn.