Pastry Chef (CDP level)

at  New Forest Collection

Are you a passionate and talented Pastry chef at CDP level seeking a new and exciting opportunity? We are recruiting for a prestigious 4 star hotel located in the heart of the New Forrest, renowned for its exceptional culinary offerings, luxurious guest experience, and distinguished restaurant.
As a Pastry Chef (CDP level), you will play a vital role in our culinary team, working closely with our Executive Head Chef to create exquisite desserts, and baked goods that delight our discerning guests. Your creativity, precision, and commitment to excellence will ensure our pastry offerings are second to none. You will also be involved in the production for our acclaimed restaurant and our extensive banqueting services.
At New Forest Hotels our purpose is to enrich the lives of those within our community by providing the best New Forest Hospitality. Our vision is realised through creating a warm, sincere environment where everyone can connect, be creative and thrive. Our venues are beautifully individual, each with a unique story that makes us more than ordinary and enables us to provide truly magical experiences for our guests that are enhanced and matched to our surroundings.
As a collection of hotels, we provide our teams with the opportunity to work across our venues giving everyone the chance to develop themselves both professionally and personally. All we ask is that our people have the right mind-set which is highlighted in our core values:
Be BRAVE, take ownership
Collaborate together as a TEAM
Develop, NURTURE and care
Be OPEN and communicate honestly

Benefits of joining us as our Chef De Partie:

• 28 days holiday per year, plus a duvet day on your birthday (contracted roles only)
• Fantastic career development and training opportunities

• Free staff parking

• Other benefits including, private healthcare discounts, employee discounts across the Collection, yearly team celebration, discounts at our sister resort in Cyprus, discount for family and friends. Access to ‘My Physical Wellbeing’ - A huge range of expert support and resources help – 24/7 access to GP (phone, video and message), Hundreds of fitness, yoga, cooking and meditation videos, Exclusive Gym discounts at over 2,500 gym

REQUIREMENTS:

Proven experience as a Pastry Chef (CDP Level) in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant
Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and trends
Experience in a 2 AA Rosette environment preferred
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Exceptional attention to detail
Relevant culinary qualifications

Assist in the development and execution of innovative desserts menus for the restaurant
Oversee pastry production for banquets, weddings, and other large events
Ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation
Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen
Monitor stock levels and order supplies as needed
Uphold health and safety regulations in the kitchen