Lead Pastry Commis - Artisanal Desserts, Luxury Hotel

Belmond Ltd.; Toscana; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal contract

Welfare platform with credit

High-quality staff canteen

Discovery Belmond program and discount

Staff accommodation with pool and gym

Job summary

Castello di Casole, a Belmond Hotel, seeks a Pastry Commis to lead the pastry section, crafting memorable artisanal desserts and baked goods for our guests.

You will support the Pastry Chef and team, prepare, present, and plate pastries, and ensure HACCP-compliant hygiene across a fast-paced, luxury kitchen in Tuscany. Belmond offers growth opportunities and a supportive culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional pastry kitchen.
• Basic knowledge of pastry techniques and desserts.
• Passion for pastry and willingness to learn.
• Good organizational skills in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Understanding of food hygiene and HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pastry Chef and senior pastry team in the daily preparation and production of desserts, pastries, bread, and baked goods, ensuring consistency with Belmond’s quality standards.
• Assist in the preparation, assembly, and presentation of pastry creations, following established recipes, techniques, and presentation guidelines.
• Ensure the correct handling, preparation, storage, and labelling of pastry ingredients, maintaining the highest standards of quality and freshness.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient pastry workstation, ensuring all equipment and utensils are properly used and maintained.
• Support inventory management, stock rotation, and the proper storage of ingredients, contributing to responsible resource management and food waste reduction.
• Assist in preparing pastry creations for special events, dietary requirements, and VIP guest amenities.
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives and responsible ingredient usage, in line with Belmond’s environmental guidelines.
• Ensure full compliance with hygiene, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards, including HACCP regulations.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to developing pastry skills and techniques

Skills

Pastry experience

Detail oriented

Creativity

Team player

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Castello di Casole, a Belmond Hotel, seeks a Pastry Commis to lead the pastry section, crafting memorable artisanal desserts and baked goods for our guests.

You will support the Pastry Chef and team, prepare, present, and plate pastries, and ensure HACCP-compliant hygiene across a fast-paced, luxury kitchen in Tuscany. Belmond offers growth opportunities and a supportive culinary environment.