Pastry Demi Chef- Pastry - Knightsbridge, London

Jumeirah; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality brand is seeking a Pastry Demi Chef to join their renowned kitchen team at a prestigious London hotel. The ideal candidate will have a culinary degree, kitchen training, and expertise in menu development and food safety. Responsibilities include supervising kitchen activities and preparing high-quality dishes. This role offers competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Learning & Development programmes

Colleague discounts on food and hotel stays

Health care and insurance benefits

Extra holiday for significant birthdays

Meals on duty

Qualifications

• Completed full kitchen apprentice and chef training courses.
• Expertise in hygiene, health and safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising kitchen activities and staff.
• Prepare high-quality food according to recipes.
• Communicate issues within the section to the Executive Sous Chef.

Skills

Menu development

Hygiene and food safety

Product quality and presentation

Education

College Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Pastry Demi Chef to join the Pastry kitchen in Jumeirah Carlton Tower. The main duties and responsibilities of this role are:

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Sous Chef in supervising and managing activities related to the kitchen including menu creation, management of kitchen staff, ordering and purchasing of inventory while ensuring smooth operations and high service delivery and quality standards.
• Be constantly aware of the requirements from the Executive Sous Chef in day‑to‑day operations following the outlet's operating concept and Jumeirah Group's standards to ensure the preparation of high‑quality food.
• Prepare and cook high‑quality food according to menu guidelines, recipes and instructions received.
• Follow correct hygienic food‑handling practices and the restaurant's cleaning and waste disposal practices.
• Assist the Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine to set service and food standards in compliance with the group's policies, procedures and quality standards.
• Communicate any issues arising within the section to the Executive Sous Chef and act on any further directions given to ensure prompt solutions for smoother kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• College Degree in Culinary Arts or similar from an accredited Culinary School.
• Completed full kitchen apprentice and chef training courses.
• Expertise in menu development, pricing, production and delivery skills.
• Expertise in hygiene, health and safety knowledge.
• Expertise in product quality and presentation skills.

About Jumeirah Carlton Tower

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences.

From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art‑inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world. Located in the heart of Knightsbridge, Jumeirah Carlton Tower is a landmark London address where heritage meets contemporary luxury. The hotel offers stunning views across the city, access to the private Cadogan Gardens, a variety of dining experiences, and a rooftop health club and spa with London's largest naturally lit swimming pool.

Benefits

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare and opportunities for professional development.

• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage and hotel stays worldwide
• Health care and insurance benefits
• Competitive salary + excellent service charge
• Extra holiday for significant birthdays (21, 30, 40, etc.)
• Jumeirah perks website access – discount
• Dry cleaning of uniform or business attire
• Meals on duty