Pastry Commis Chef

First Contact Chefs; Newbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Newbury is looking for an enthusiastic Commis Pastry Chef to join their high-end kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity to learn various pastry skills, including bakery and dessert preparation. Ideal candidates will have NVQ levels in culinary arts or equivalent and possess a strong enthusiasm for the industry. Benefits include use of leisure facilities, meals during duty, and more. Applications should be sent to the provided email.

Benefits

Use of leisure facilities including gym and swimming pool

One free meal whilst on duty

Uniform provided

Staff transport

Generous discount for family/friends

Annual overnight loyalty stays

Dental care

Holiday entitlement increases after 2 years

Subsidised staff accommodation

Qualifications

• Good grasp of the English language.
• Stable CV with excellent references.
• Experience with fresh produce.
• Hygiene certification required.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare and present diverse cuisine.

Skills

Enthusiasm for food and the industry

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Team player

Education

NVQ level 1 and 2 or equivalent

Job description

This magnificent HOTEL is looking for an enthusiastic COMMIS PASTRY CHEF to join the high-end kitchen team. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn, be inspired, and start your career in Pastry, covering everything from bakery, afternoon tea, chocolate work, sugar work, and desserts.

The hotel's Bar & Lounge dining area is relaxed, busy, and fun, overlooking beautiful scenery. It is a great place for guests to enjoy drinks, coffee, and afternoon tea. They serve luxury buffets with delectable British, Mediterranean, and Asian dishes, and offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can see their chefs preparing food in an open kitchen with rotisseries, woks, and wood-fired ovens.

As a Commis Pastry Chef, you will help prepare and present this diverse cuisine. Relevant qualifications like NVQ are desirable, or willingness to study for them. Previous experience is ideal, but enthusiasm for the industry is essential. Our client seeks a positive, flexible, and focused attitude.

Requirements for this role include:

1. Good grasp of the English language
2. A flexible attitude
3. Enthusiasm for food and the industry
4. Good communication skills (desirable)
5. Good team player (desirable)

Benefits include:

• Use of leisure facilities including gym and swimming pool
• One free meal whilst on duty in the staff canteen
• Uniform provided
• Staff transport
• Generous discount for you and your family/friends
• Annual overnight loyalty stays
• Dental care
• Holiday entitlement increases after 2 years’ service
• Subsidised staff accommodation if required

To apply, send your most recent CV to [e-mail]. For more opportunities, visit firstcontactchefs.com.

This is a permanent position. Applicants should have a stable CV with excellent references, experience with fresh produce, NVQ level 1 and 2 or equivalent, and hygiene certification. You must be working in or residing in the UK, with proof of right to work, such as UK/EU citizenship, ILR/PR, or a valid visa with at least 2 years remaining.

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