Pastry Commis Chef

Gordon Ramsay Restaurants; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Pastry Commis Chef at a prestigious restaurant in London. This role offers the opportunity to create exquisite desserts while developing your skills in a supportive environment. You'll work alongside talented professionals, enjoy competitive pay, and benefit from extensive training and discounts. If you're passionate about baking and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in a renowned culinary group.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Access to wages before payday

Global training & development opportunities

50% staff discount on food and drinks

Discounts on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes

Preferential hotel room rates

30% discount for friends and family

Access to mental health support

Membership discount to industry offers

Family meals on duty

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry preparation and presentation.
• Ability to lead and train junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and present high-quality desserts.
• Lead and develop junior team members.

Skills

Baking

Creativity

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

We are looking for a committed and motivated Pastry Commis Chef to join our passionate team at The River Restaurant by Gordon Ramsay at the iconic Savoy Hotel.

About The River Restaurant

The River Restaurant by Gordon Ramsay is a beautifully classic, yet stylish and relaxed all-day dining restaurant in the heart of The Savoy, London. It showcases the very best shellfish and seafood the UK has to offer, from fresh oysters, ceviche, and caviar at the raw bar, to an à la carte menu including butter-baked cod, grilled lobster, and whole dayboat fish. With panoramic views across the River Thames and Victoria Embankment Gardens, the restaurant blends The Savoy’s architecture with a light, polished interior designed by Russell Sage.

Responsibilities of a Pastry Commis Chef

1. Run a pastry section, preparing, baking, and presenting high-quality desserts with creativity and responsibility for all dishes from your section, ensuring consistent presentation and memorable guest experiences.
2. Lead, train, and develop junior team members, building strong relationships within the team.
3. Eager to learn and develop your career as a Pastry Chef.
4. Utilize baking, organizational, and time management skills, along with creativity and passion, to maintain the highest standards of dessert preparation.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive pay rate.
• Access to wages before payday through our wage stream service.
• Global training & development opportunities, including WSET Levels 1-3.
• Work alongside talented culinary and front-of-house professionals in a vibrant environment.
• 50% staff discount on food and drinks in UK restaurants.
• Discounts on Gordon Ramsay Academy classes and courses for you, friends, and family.
• Preferential hotel room rates at partner hotels.
• 30% discount on bookings for friends and family in UK restaurants.
• Access to mental health and wellbeing support through MYNDUP.
• Membership discount to industry offers via CODE.
• Family meals on duty.

Additional Information

If you are passionate about food and eager to grow your career within a global restaurant group, we would love to hear from you. Please note that due to high application volumes, only successful candidates will be contacted for next steps.

At Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, we are committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and be their authentic selves.

Experience and Employment Type

Experience: Required

Employment: Full-time

About Gordon Ramsay Restaurants

Gordon Ramsay Restaurants is a renowned culinary group with 39 UK restaurants and 34 internationally, including locations in the USA, Dubai, France, and Singapore.