Pastry Chef

The Hoxton; Dublin; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

30 days holiday

Pension and life insurance

Food on shift

Free night stay and meal on start

Ongoing training

Volunteer time off

Discounts across The Hoxton & Ennismor

Team events

Job summary

The Hoxton, Dublin is seeking a motivated kitchen team member to support the preparation and production of high-quality dishes across sections under our senior chefs. This role offers hands-on learning, a fast-paced environment, and the chance to grow within a creative hospitality group.

You will follow recipes, keep station clean, manage stock and waste, and contribute to safe food handling. If you bring energy, curiosity and a positive attitude, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

Qualifications

• Love of food and hospitality and working with fresh ingredients.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills in a busy kitchen.
• Teamwork is essential; kitchens succeed through collaboration.
• Commitment to food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to stay calm, focused and organised in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Eager to learn from senior chefs and be proactive in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and production of high-quality dishes across sections.
• Learn and develop skills under senior chefs.
• Prepare ingredients according to recipes: wash, peel, chop, portion, basic cook.
• Follow recipes and instructions to ensure consistency.
• Keep station clean, organised and stocked during service.
• Work as part of the team during busy periods and communicate clearly.

Skills

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Food hygiene knowledge

Adaptability

Calm under pressure

Hospitality passion

Job description

Company Description

The Hoxton has opened its very first hotel in Ireland in the beautiful capital city of Dublin. This coastal city is steeped in history, packed with green parks and brought to life through music, art and the best social eating and drinking. The Hoxton, Dublin is home to 129 bedrooms of varying sizes, a lobby bar & restaurant, a historic bar, Cantina Valentina, our large ground floor restaurant and The Dig - our unique meetings and events space.

Job Description

What you will do…

• Support the kitchen team with the preparation and production of delicious, high-quality dishes.
• Learn and develop your skills across different sections of the kitchen, working closely with our senior chefs.
• Prepare ingredients to the required standard, including washing, peeling, chopping, portioning and basic cooking.
• Follow recipes, preparation lists and instructions to ensure consistency across every dish.
• Keep your section clean, organised and fully stocked throughout service.
• Work as part of the team during busy services, communicating clearly and helping wherever you’re needed.
• Ensure all food is stored, prepared and handled safely, following our food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Support with deliveries, stock rotation and maintaining a well-organised kitchen.
• Minimise waste and make the most of our ingredients while maintaining the quality and integrity of our dishes.
• Take pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen, paying attention to presentation, quality and consistency.
• Be curious, ask questions and take every opportunity to learn from the chefs around you.
• Follow all health, safety and food hygiene procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Bring energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude to every shift.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for…

• You’re looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in chef whites here.
• A genuine passion for food, hospitality and working with fresh ingredients.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop your skills.
• You’re not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done.
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• You enjoy working as part of a team and understand that great kitchens are built on collaboration.
• You’re able to stay calm, focused and organised in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• You take pride in your work and care about the quality of the food you produce.
• You have good attention to detail and understand the importance of consistency.
• You’re willing to listen, learn and take direction from senior members of the kitchen team.
• You understand the importance of food hygiene, health and safety, or are keen to learn.
• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is a bonus, but not essential – we’re looking for the right attitude and a willingness to learn.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.
• Most importantly, you bring your personality, energy and curiosity to the kitchen every day.

Additional Information

What's in it for you...

• Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences.
• Competitive salary.
• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension and life insurance.
• Food on us during your shift.
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you first start with us.
• Training to get you settled into your role with ongoing development that helps you think, make and thrive to set you up for success at work.
• Time off to volunteer with one of our partner charities.
• Hox Hero and Nifty Fifty, our rewards for going the extra mile and living our values.
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.
• Regular team get togethers, from our High Fives to our (pretty special!) team parties – we know how to have a good time!
• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that is shaking things up on the hospitality scene.
• Excellent discounts across The Hoxton and the global Ennismore family.