Beauty jobs in United Kingdom

The Hotel is known for its spectacular attention to detail that ensures a bespoke, luxurious experience for its guests. Whether it is the 86,000 Italian-glass beads in the chandelier that hangs from the top of the building or the plush upholstery and wallpapers, the meticulous design sense is ubiquitous in maintaining an uplifted ambience. The Roseate Reading was originally Shire Hall for the Berkshire County Council. The building, along with its wide hallways, vaulted ceilings, cornice mouldings and the original lift shaft, have all been precisely restored to their original glory. To revive the old world charm of the Shire Hall, its council chamber, Eden along with its imposing fireplace and elaborate wood carvings on the doors and mantlepiece have all been restored to their past beauty. One of the top hotels in Reading, The Roseate Reading is a culmination of opulence and warmth.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry team and drive excellence in dessert and baked goods preparation. The Head Pastry Chef will be responsible for designing innovative pastry menus, ensuring high-quality pastry production, overseeing day-to-day pastry kitchen operations, coordinating workflow, and leading a team of pastry chefs and kitchen staff.

• Create and update dessert and pastry menus in alignment with seasonal ingredients and current pastry trends while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Oversee all aspects of pastry kitchen operations, including baking, decorating, and plating to ensure consistency and high standards.
• Train, mentor, and manage pastry kitchen staff, fostering a positive and efficient working environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and health & safety protocols specific to pastry preparation.
• Monitor stock levels, manage pastry-specific inventory, and control costs to maximize profitability.
• Assist in setting food cost budgets, analysing financial reports, and implementing cost-saving strategies within the pastry department.

• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen management best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to create innovative and high-quality dishes while maintaining efficiency.
• Experience in budget management, food cost control, and inventory management.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Passion for the culinary arts and commitment to delivering outstanding dining experiences.
• Proficiency in menu engineering and cost-effective ingredient sourcing.
• Familiarity with modern cooking techniques and industry trends.

• Additional holiday day off for your child first day at primary school
• Recognition for every year of service anniversary including complimentary stay and additional holiday day after 3rd year of service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Meals on duty
• Provision and laundry of uniform
• Employee recognition awards
• Performance review and personal development plan
• Internal transfer and promotion opportunities
• Support in the development of your career
• Preferential room rates within the hotel group for yourself and family & friends

You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position and be in possession of a current work visa. In line with the requirements set by the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of the eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.