Pastry Chef

Priory, Wareham; Wareham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enviable environment

Competitive pay

Staff meals

Discounts on stays

Free parking

Wellbeing support

Team events

Training & development

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Priory Hotel in Wareham, Dorset, invites a skilled Pastry Chef to lead the pastry section within our luxury boutique hotel and restaurant. You will design new dishes, manage orders and stock, and ensure smooth handovers with the kitchen team.

Lead desserts for lunch, dinner, and Afternoon Tea, contributing to our high standards and guest experience. We offer a brand-new kitchen (2017), competitive pay, staff meals, and a range of discounts and development opportunities in a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience or training in pastry within a luxury/boutique setting.
• Ability to design and develop new pastry dishes.
• Experience managing pastry stocks and orders.
• Ability to lead a dessert program for multiple services.

Responsibilities

• Own the pastry section of our kitchen.
• Design new dishes.
• Manage orders and stock for the pastry section.
• Ensure smooth handover to other chefs in the section.
• Lead desserts for lunch & dinner along with Afternoon teas.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Menu design

Stock management

Team coordination

Education

Pastry training

Job description

Pastry Chef - Join Our Culinary Team at The Priory Hotel

A very exciting opportunity has arisen to join our talented kitchen team. Due to growth, we are looking for a special Pastry Chef ready for a new challenge in a beautiful, luxury, boutique Country House Hotel and Restaurant. Ideally, you will have previous experience in a similar setting or trained in pastry. We have high standards and are looking for someone to rise to that challenge.

About Us:

The Priory Hotel is a luxury hotel that is your home away from home. Guests come to unwind, relax and enjoy excellent fine dining cuisine in our Garden Room Restaurant. We are based on the gateway to the picturesque Isle of Purbeck and much desired Jurassic Coast in the beautiful market town of Wareham, Dorset. Set in 4 acres of beautifully tended gardens, we have 17 individually furnished rooms. We are proud members of the Pride of Britain collection of Hotels.

To find out more about us, please visit our website at www.thepriroyhotel.com.

Role And Responsibilities

• Own the pastry section of our kitchen.
• Design new dishes.
• Manage orders and stock for the section.
• Ensure smooth handover process to other chefs in the section.
• Lead desserts for lunch & dinner along with our Afternoon teas.

What We Offer

• Enviable Working Environment: Our brand-new kitchen, installed in 2017, provides an exceptional backdrop for your culinary journey.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive rates of pay.
• Perks and Discounts: Enjoy discounts on hotel rooms, food and beverage, and discounts at other Pride of Britain properties. Benefit from discounted stays at Cornish holiday cottages.
• Staff meals: Savor free meals while on duty.
• Convenience: Free parking is available if required.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to Hospitality Action, a charity supporting hospitality professionals.
• Team Bonding: Engage in company social events to foster camaraderie.
• Training and Development: We provide excellent training, qualifications, and career prospects.
• Relocation Assistance: Accommodation can be arranged if you're relocating for this opportunity.