Pastry Commis Chef

Knekt Hub; Bath; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel group in Bath is looking for a dedicated Pastry Commis Chef to join their Michelin Guide listed kitchen. This role is perfect for an aspiring pastry chef eager to learn and grow within a renowned environment. You'll assist in preparing high-quality pastries and desserts, working under experienced chefs. The position offers a supportive atmosphere, career progression opportunities, complimentary meals, and a competitive salary package ranging from £28,000 to £30,000 annually.

Benefits

Complimentary meals on duty

25% discount on food & beverage across the hotel group

Exceptional staff rates for family & friends

Employee Assistance Programme

Clear development pathways and pastry-specific training

Qualifications

• Some experience in a professional kitchen is desirable but not essential.
• Genuine passion for pastry, desserts, and baking.
• Calm, reliable, and committed to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of pastry items, desserts, and breads.
• Support the Pastry Chef and senior team with mise en place.
• Maintain high levels of organization and cleanliness.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Baking

Attention to Detail

Job description

Pastry Commis Chef Michelin Guide Listed Luxury Hotel Package Bath Somerset

Location: Bath Somerset

Salary: package (base salary monthly service charge)

Hours: Full-time or part-time options available

About the Property

Set within four acres of award-winning gardens this elegant Georgian country-house hotel is recognised in the Michelin Guide and offers refined seasonal dining in a relaxed 5-star setting. The pastry section plays a central role in delivering a polished guest experience from restaurant desserts to afternoon teas petits fours and bespoke hotel offerings.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an aspiring pastry chef to learn within a supportive structured and highly regarded kitchen environment.

The Role Pastry Commis Chef

We are seeking a dedicated Pastry Commis Chef to join the pastry team. Working under experienced senior chefs you will assist in the preparation and execution of high-quality desserts pastries breads and afternoon tea items for both the restaurant and the hotels wider offering.

This role is ideal for someone early in their pastry career or a Commis Chef looking to specialise in the pastry section.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of pastry items desserts breads cakes and afternoon tea components

Support the Pastry Chef and senior team in day‑to‑day mise en place

Maintain high levels of organisation cleanliness and stock rotation

Follow recipes precisely to ensure consistency across all pastry products

Learn new techniques and contribute to a smooth well‑run pastry section

Uphold strict standards of food safety allergen control and hygiene

Support service periods as required including plating and finishing desserts

About You

Some experience in a professional kitchen (pastry experience desirable but not essential)

Genuine passion for pastry desserts and baking

Keen to learn develop and progress within a structured supportive team

Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation

Calm reliable and committed to high standards

A positive team player with a proactive can‑do attitude

Whats on Offer

package (base salary service charge of approx. 275325 per month)

Complimentary meals on duty

25% discount on food & beverage across the hotel group

Exceptional 25 B&B staff rate at sister properties for family & friends

Perkbox membership offering retail & hospitality savings

Employee Assistance Programme (mental & physical wellbeing support)

Clear development pathways and pastry-specific training

Career progression across a respected group of hotels

Long-service rewards including Champagne dining experiences hotel stays and additional paid leave

Apply Now

If youre an aspiring pastry chef looking to build your career within a Michelin Guide listed kitchen and supportive 5-star environment wed love to hear from you.

Please contact Jonny at or call 0 .

Key Skills

Culinary Experience, Food Handling, Restaurant Experience, Food Preparation Experience, Kitchen Experience, Hotel Experience, Taleo, Cake Decorating, Cooking, Baking, Sanitation, Knife Skills

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary Salary: 28000 - 30000