Pastry Commis Chef

Hiddenwell; Hoar Cross; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal provided daily

Complimentary Spa Day on work annivers

Pension scheme

Free Parking

Discounts on food, drink and retail

Job summary

Hiddenwell at Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire, is seeking a Pastry Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You’ll support the Head Pastry Chef with desserts, afternoon teas, petits-fours and breads, delivering high-quality dishes to guests.

This 40-hour per week role emphasises food safety, hygiene and teamwork within a luxury hospitality setting. We value passion, positivity and a willingness to learn, with opportunities to grow your skills.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 Food Safety Certificate.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen or hospitality environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the pastry section.
• Assist with the preparation of desserts, afternoon tea, petits-fours and breads.
• Help maintain stock levels and assist with ordering.
• Prepare and serve food to high quality standards.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures.
• Complete daily food and fridge temperature records.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen.
• Assist with menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Support and motivate colleagues within a close-knit team.
• Carry out other duties as required by the Executive/Head Chef.

Skills

Passion for high-quality food

Experience in hospitality

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Location: Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire

Salary: £28866.15 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week

Hoar Cross Hall, Staffordshire

Are you passionate about food and looking to develop your skills within a talented kitchen team? We’re looking for a Pastry Commis Chef to join us at Hoar Cross Hall, supporting our chefs to deliver exceptional food and memorable dining experiences for our guests

Set in the heart of Staffordshire, Hoar Cross Hall is a luxury spa resort combining the elegance of a stately home with exceptional dining, beautiful grounds and a world-class spa

We believe in hiring people with passion and positivity. We’ll help you develop your skills, grow your confidence and progress your career

The Role

As a Pastry Commis Chef, you’ll work as part of our Kitchen Team, supporting the Head Pastry Chef and senior chefs with the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen

From preparing dishes and supporting busy services to assisting with desserts, afternoon teas, petits-fours and breads, you’ll play an important role in ensuring our guests receive consistently high-quality food

You’ll also help maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness while developing your skills and experience within a professional kitchen environment.

Role Specification

• Supporting the day-to-day running of the kitchen


• Assisting with the preparation of desserts, afternoon tea, petits-fours and breads


• Helping maintain stock levels and assisting with ordering


• Preparing and serving food to our high quality standards


• Following all food safety, hygiene and health & safety procedures


• Completing daily food and fridge temperature records


• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen


• Assisting with menu development using fresh, seasonal ingredients


• Supporting and motivating colleagues while working as part of a close-knit team


• Carrying out any other reasonable duties requested by the Executive Chef or Head Chef

What We're Looking For

Essential

• A passion for creating high-quality food


• Previous experience in a similar hospitality role


• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate


• Good understanding of food hygiene and quality standards


• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy kitchen


• Good knowledge of Health & Safety requirements


• A positive attitude and a genuine team-player

Desirable

• Experience working with high-volume service


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Additional food safety training.


• Eagerness to learn, develop and share your knowledge with others

Shift Patterns

• 40 hours per week


• 5 days out of 7 per week


• Note: Full flexibility is key as you will be expected to work as and when necessary to meet the needs of the team and the business


• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship now or at any point in the future for this role

Why Join Us

• Work in a picturesque, historic estate with a focus on luxury and high standards in hospitality


• Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any of our company spas


• Free meal provided daily through our staff canteen


• Complimentary use of leisure and spa facilities


• Access to the Employee Assistance Program


• 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days


• Discounts on food, drink and retail across our venues


• Pension scheme


• Free Parking


• Refer-a-Friend scheme


• Excellent Induction and training programme


• Perkbox Online benefits and discounts


• On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions)


• A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment with loads of development opportunities

People say you can’t choose your family, well we choose you to be part of ours.

Skills

Hospitality Experience

Communication