Hotel Pastry Chef - The Botanical RoomsUp tp £34,000 base salary depending on experience with on-target earnings up to £40,000 plus fantastic benefitsStaff Accommodation AvailableTake a look at our sample menuTake a look at our websiteOur Pastry ChefWe’re on the lookout for a talented Pastry Chef to join our Botanical Rooms kitchen team and create delicious and creative desserts, bakery and pastry items, designed to elevate our guests’ experience during afternoon tea or after dinner.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the Botanical Rooms Head Chef to manage and develop the pastry section, utilising the estate’s fresh ingredients and actively participating in menu developmentExecute and oversee the creation of our pastries and desserts, with exceptional attention to detailEffectively communication with the wider Botanical Rooms team and ensure orders are executed in a timely and high-quality fashionFoster a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment, encouraging teamwork and professional growthAssist in inventory management, ordering, and maintaining quality control of pastry ingredients.Mentor and train junior kitchen staff, contributing to the development of a cohesive culinary team.What we can offerA positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.Stay in shape with complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classesLook after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments.Enjoy shopping in both our shops on the estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases.Discover exclusive perks with our discounted hotel stays for staff, accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants.Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of HeliganComplimentary meal whilst on shift, created using fresh produce from our estate by our dedicated staff food chefsSupport from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your familyUp to 30 days annual leave each year for our full-time teamWhat we’re looking forProven experience in a similar senior pastry role, preferably within a high-end restaurant or luxury establishmentDemonstrated knowledge of pastry and dessert techniques, including sugar and chocolateDemonstrated attention to detail and high standards of food knowledgeExceptional attention to detail, ensuring both taste and presentation are perfectly executedPassion for food and a strong commitment to using fresh ingredientsLeadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a kitchen teamExcellent organisational and communication skillsWhere you’ll be working - The Botanical RoomsShowcasing the best of high-end, contemporary British food, The Botanical Rooms offers a luxurious experience for our diners. All dishes are created using produce from the estate and our local suppliers, served in our beautiful 60 cover restaurant.
