Pastry Commis Chef

Maybourne Hotel Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary package

Pension Scheme

Travel Season Ticket Loans

Flu vaccination vouchers

Eye test vouchers

24-hour colleague assistance helpline

Job summary

Claridge’s is seeking a Pastry Commis Chef to join its renowned Pastry Kitchen in London. You will work under skilled chefs to craft Afternoon Tea pastries and signature creations, contributing to a world-class dining experience.

Ideal candidates are motivated, creative and have prior experience in a similar role within a five-star or fine dining environment. A passion for quality ingredients and teamwork is essential for success at Claridge’s.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate motivation, creativity and a desire to be challenged in a five star or fine dining environment.
• Have a passion for food and quality products and be a team player who learns quickly.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that the highest standards are maintained at all times.
• Working with and supporting Chef de Parties, Demi Chef de Parties and other Commis Chefs.
• Ensuring that kitchen areas, equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy.
• Appropriate mise-en-place, stock rotation and portion control.

Skills

Team player

Creative

Avid learner

Fine dining experience

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional Pastry Commis Chef to join the Claridge’s team.

Maybourne operates some of the world’s most extraordinary hotels, including Claridge’s, The Connaught, The Berkeley and The Emory in London, the Maybourne Beverly Hills and the Maybourne Riviera in the South of France, where exceptional experiences and stories of distinction are crafted that celebrate the design and character of every destination.

One of Maybourne's storied hotels is Claridge's, a place shaped by centuries of enduring artistry. A rich symphony of experience, where every moment unfolds with unforgettable flair. A place where tradition is treasured and history continues to inspire. For over two hundred years, those who choose Claridge’s for life’s finest moments become part of its brilliant legacy.

Claridge’s is a family of the best and brightest, proudly serving the best and brightest. The calibre of our staff is unparalleled, as are our esteemed guests. Our people are a manifestation of our ethos— generous, passionate and truly personal. Claridge’s is a place that invites you in, embraces you, and make your spirit soar.

Pastry Kitchen

Claridge’s Pastry Kitchen is a place of artistry, discipline and indulgence. As a Pastry Chef at Claridge’s, you will be a part of a team that marries precision with imagination and brings together elegant flavours and flawless presentation. Whether preparing Afternoon Tea or creating signature pastries for Claridge’s ArtSpace Café, you will be immersed in a world of fine detail, calm mastery and creative devotion.

As a Pastry Commis Chef you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring that the highest standards are maintained at all times.
• Working with and supporting Chef de Parties, Demi Chef de Parties and other Commis Chefs.
• Ensuring that the kitchen areas, equipment and utensils are always kept clean and tidy.
• Appropriate mise-en-place, stock rotation and portion control.

Successful candidates for our Pastry Commis Chef opportunity will:

• Demonstrate genuine dedication to Claridge’s and show a commitment to consistent quality in our product and service.
• Demonstrate an absolute understanding of our guests needs to create exceptional service experiences that result in lasting memories
• Be motivated, creative and have worked in a similar role, within a five star or fine dining environment.
• You will have a passion for food and quality products, be a team player who is an avid learner who wants to be challenged and developed.

This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast paced and high performing hotel team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.

Here at Maybourne, we strive to reward our colleagues for the incredible work they do every single day. In return for your hard work and dedication we offer you:

Financial Stability

• Excellent salary package.
• Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
• Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
• Travel Season Ticket Loans.
• Pension Scheme*.

Health and Wellbeing Support

• Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments.
• Flu vaccination vouchers*.
• Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses*.
• 24-hour colleague assistance helpline.
• On and off-site Occupational Health Service.
• Death in Service salary contribution.
• Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
• A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining staff restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.

Recognition and Career Development

• Referral Scheme ‘Introduce a Star’ where you can earn up to £1,500*.
• Instant colleague recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
• Colleague of the month nominations with generous prizes.
• Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday.
• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
• In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
• Long service awards.

Memorable experiences

• Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across Maybourne.
• Hotel Guest Experience Stay* including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars.
• 50% Food and Beverage discount* across Maybourne.
• Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Colleague Party, Annual Colleague Children’s Party, etc.)
• Wedding and Baby gifts.
• Retirement functions.

*Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.