Pastry Chef

Daniel Thwaites PLC; Cartmel Fell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Salary access (Stream)

28 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Long service awards (free meals/stays)

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted stays and dining

Pension and life assurance

Bespoke training programmes

Engaging and supportive work env

Job summary

Langdale Chase Hotel, situated on the shores of Lake Windermere, has been refurbished and reopened in 2023 with AA 5‑star status and Times Top 100 ranking. We seek a Pastry Chef reporting to the Executive Chef to craft exquisite desserts and afternoon tea items, leading a pastry section and contributing to exceptional guest experiences.

You will produce desserts from scratch, maintain high hygiene standards, and collaborate with the wider kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-end hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a bakery or pastry role.
• Experience in a Four‑Star or Five‑Star hotel and fine dining environment preferred.
• Proactive, calm under pressure with a drive for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality pastry items and desserts from scratch.
• Create seasonal desserts and afternoon tea items with guidance from the Executive Chef.
• Manage a kitchen section and work with fresh ingredients.
• Maintain high levels of hygiene and safety at all times.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean and organized.
• Control stock and storage of food supplies.
• Support other team members across the kitchen.

Skills

Pastry expert

Quality focus

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

Langdale Chase Hotel, which sits on the banks of beautiful Lake Windermere, has recently undergone a full and significant refurbishment and reopened its doors in November 2023. In that time the hotel has achieved 5 Star Status from the AA and been recognised in the prestigious Times Top 100 Places to Stay, ranked No.3 and North of England Hotel of the Year.

We are looking for a Pastry Chef, reporting to the Executive Chef, to produce delicious and exquisite pastry items and desserts. You will be a vital part of our high performing brigade creating amazing experiences for our guests through delivering warm hospitality in every interaction.

Your day to day

• Use your eye for quality and creative flair to produce high quality food from scratch
• As Pastry Chef, you will create seasonal desserts and afternoon tea items with the support of the Executive Chef
• Manage a section within the kitchen, cooking with fresh ingredients
• Ensure the highest levels of hygiene and safety are maintained at all times
• Maintain areas of work and machinery
• Control the order and storage of food supplies
• Support other team members across the kitchen

Who are we looking for?

Ideally, you will have a minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar role in a bakery or pastry environment with the proven ability to produce high quality food, ideally using fresh produce and create new recipes and dishes on a seasonal basis. You will have worked in a high quality Four-Star or Five-Star hotel and have demonstratable experience in a fine dining environment You will proactively be able to work calmly and well in a pressurised environment, have high levels of self-motivation and a natural drive for excellence.

You will have exemplary customer service skills, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with others to represent the Company and the hotel in a loyal, professional, and knowledgeable manner. You will have a strong work ethic, good timekeeping and the ability to multi-task whilst working in a pressurised environment.

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• Staff accommodation available
• Stream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Health cash plan with access to discounted perks and high street discounts
• Long service awards, including free meals and free stays with your friends or family
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted accommodation, food, and drink in our beautiful properties
• Pension and Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment