Grand hotel Pastry chef

Grand Hotel Oslo; Oslo; On-site; NOK 520,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits through Scandic

Job summary

Grand Hotel Oslo is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to join our pastry team. You will produce desserts and pastries for restaurant service, Afternoon Tea, banquets and events, while maintaining high quality and presentation standards.

We value structured work, attention to detail, and cost-conscious production. English or Scandinavian language skills are preferred, and you will thrive in a collaborative hotel kitchen environment in the heart of Oslo.

Qualifications

• Pastry qualification or relevant professional experience.
• Strong understanding of quality and craftsmanship.
• Structured and efficient working style.
• Ability to handle both detailed work and larger-scale productions.
• Team player with positive work attitude.
• Awareness of food cost, raw material usage and waste reduction.
• English and/or a Scandinavian language is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce desserts, cakes, pastries and other pastry products.
• Prepare for restaurants, banquets, Afternoon Tea and hotel events.
• Mise en place and daily production aligned with planned volumes.
• Plate and finish products to high presentation standards.
• Contribute to product development and pastry selection.
• Maintain consistent quality and presentation.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Support stock control, minimize waste and optimize production.
• Collaborate closely with kitchen and F&B teams.

Skills

Pastry qualification

Quality craftsmanship

Structured and efficient

Teamwork

Attention to cost and waste

English or Scandinavian

Job description

Pastry Chef -- Grand Hotel Oslo

Join our team and craft exquisite pastries at one of Norway’s most iconic hotels!

Grand Hotel Oslo is looking for a skilled and engaged Pastry Chef to join our pastry team.

You will have a varied working day with production for several different concepts and events under the same roof -- from restaurant and Afternoon Tea to banquets, events, breakfast, hotel guests and larger functions.

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys craftsmanship and quality. You will thrive here if you understand that a professional hotel kitchen depends on structure, teamwork, and consistent delivery every day.

Responsibilities

• Production of desserts, cakes, pastries and other pastry products
• Production for restaurants, banquets, Afternoon Tea and hotel events
• Mise en place and daily production based on planned volumes
• Plating and finishing of products
• Contributing to the development of products and the pastry selection
• Ensuring consistent quality and presentation
• Following food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures
• Contributing to good stock control, reduced waste and efficient production
• Working closely with the rest of the kitchen and F&B organisation

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a pastry qualification or relevant professional experience
• Has a strong understanding of quality and craftsmanship
• Works in a structured and efficient way
• Enjoys both detailed work and larger-scale production
• Is solution-oriented and takes responsibility for their own work
• Works well as part of a team and contributes to a positive working environment
• Understands the importance of food cost, raw material usage and waste reduction
• Speaks English and/or a Scandinavian language

Experience from hotels, restaurants, bakeries or larger pastry operations is an advantage, but the most important thing is having the right professional foundation, work ethic and genuine interest in the craft.

What We Offer

At Grand Hotel, you will become part of a large and varied culinary environment with several kitchens and concepts.

We offer:

• A varied pastry role combining both classic and modern products
• The opportunity to work with everything from restaurant service to large banquets and events
• A strong professional environment with skilled chefs and pastry chefs
• Opportunities for professional development
• An international working environment
• Structured and professional working conditions
• Employee benefits through Scandic
• A workplace in the heart of Oslo

Grand Hotel boasts a rich history and is always evolving. We seek individuals who not only respect the craft but are eager to bring their ideas, quality, and energy to shape the future of our culinary team.

About the Employer

Grand Hotel Oslo is Norway’s most venerable, iconic, and prestigious hotel---a legend thanks to its unique history and prime location on Karl Johans gate, embraced by the Royal Palace, the Parliament, and the city’s most luxurious shops.

With its rich and distinctive history, tradition, and timeless elegance dating back to 1874, Grand Hotel Oslo has been a home to international stars, world leaders, politicians, celebrities, Nobel Peace Prize laureates---and leisure travelers from all over the world. This unique mix of people, combined with the hotel’s remarkable heritage, makes it truly extraordinary---an experience you won’t find anywhere else.

For more information, please visit www.grand.no

Grand Hotel Oslo is part of Scandic and Scandic’s Signature Hotels, offering unique development and career opportunities within an exciting and growing hotel group.

You will enjoy a dynamic workday as we strive to deliver exceptional guest and customer experiences every single day.

We are committed to building a strong corporate culture characterized by a positive work environment, high employee satisfaction, and shared goals.

Location: Grand Hotel Oslo, Karl Johans gate
Position: Pastry Chef
Start date: By agreement

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