INCREDIBLE BENEFITS

We are looking for an enthusiastic Pastry Chef to join our family on a full-time basis. We are looking for someone who has a strong background in a culinary environment as a Pastry Chef with over 2 years’ experience. A skilled professional with the ability to oversee specific kitchen sections and with a proven track record of upholding the highest standards of culinary excellence and contributing to the overall success of the dining experience. This position reports to the Executive Chef.
Location: The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel, London
Employment type: Full-time
Working pattern: Shift work 5 days on 2 days off
Salary: £35,000 per year + service charge
Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family-owned hotelier business with 18 stunning properties all over the world.
We are proud to be AA’s Hotel Group of the Year (2024)! We have won numerous awards such as Best Employer (2023) and Sustainable Business (2023) at The Cateys. We are proud in our commitment to developing our own and were honoured to have won for the third time a Princess Royal Training Award (2017, 2020, 2023) by HRH The Princess Royal and City & Guilds and proud to be the first privately owned company retaining its Platinum Investors in People accolade globally. To further enhance our standing we have won Top Employer (2024) for the United Kingdom which certified our excellent in employee conditions.
The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel part of Red Carnation Hotels is a four star boutique hotel based in the heart of exclusive Mayfair. Some of its features include 107 bedrooms as well as 7 different events spaces, a Butler’s Restaurant, a Terrace Bar and a Conservatory where we offer our guests a welcoming, friendly atmosphere and exquisite food and drink.

Key Responsibilities of a Pastry Chef:

• Create a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring consistency in presentation and taste.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to develop and refine the pastry menu, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques.
• Oversee the pastry section, ensuring all team members work efficiently and to the highest standards of food safety and quality.
• Monitor and manage stock levels of pastry ingredients, ensuring minimal waste and keeping costs within budget.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization in the pastry kitchen, and ensure all food is prepared, stored, and served according to safety guidelines.
• Provide guidance and training to junior pastry chefs, fostering a collaborative and learning environment within the team.
• Work closely with other kitchen departments to ensure smooth and efficient service, especially during peak dining hours.

• Create a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring consistency in presentation and taste.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and Executive Chef to develop and refine the pastry menu, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques.
• Oversee the pastry section, ensuring all team members work efficiently and to the highest standards of food safety and quality.
• Monitor and manage stock levels of pastry ingredients, ensuring minimal waste and keeping costs within budget.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and organization in the pastry kitchen, and ensure all food is prepared, stored, and served according to safety guidelines.
• Provide guidance and training to junior pastry chefs, fostering a collaborative and learning environment within the team.
• Work closely with other kitchen departments to ensure smooth and efficient service, especially during peak dining hours