Pastry Chef
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Job Summary
Langdale Chase Hotel which sits on the banks of beautiful Lake Windermere has recently undergone a full and significant refurbishment and reopened its doors in November 2023. In that time the hotel has achieved 5 Star Status from the AA and been recognised in the prestigious Times Top 100 Places to Stay ranked No.3 and North of England Hotel of the Year.
We are looking for a Pastry Chef reporting to the Executive Chef to produce delicious and exquisite pastry items and desserts. You will be a vital part of our high performing brigade creating amazing experiences for our guests through delivering warm hospitality in every interaction.
Your day to day
- Use your eye for quality and creative flair to produce high quality food from scratch
- As Pastry Chef you will create seasonal desserts and afternoon tea items with the support of the Executive Chef
- Manage a section within the kitchen cooking with fresh ingredients
- Ensure the highest levels of hygiene and safety are maintained at all times
- Maintain areas of work and machinery
- Control the order and storage of food supplies
- Support other team members across the kitchen
- Team work
Who are we looking for
Ideally you will have a minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar role in a bakery or pastry environment with the proven ability to produce high quality food ideally using fresh produce and create new recipes and dishes on a seasonal basis. You will have worked in a high quality Four-Star or Five-Star hotel and have demonstratable experience in a fine dining environment You will proactively be able to work calmly and well in a pressurised environment have high levels of self-motivation and a natural drive for excellence.
You will have exemplary customer service skills good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others to represent the Company and the hotel in a loyal professional and knowledgeable manner. You will have a strong work ethic good timekeeping and the ability to multi-task whilst working in a pressurised environment.
In return we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;
- A competitive salary negotiable dependent on experience
- Staff accommodation available
- Stream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
- 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Health cash plan with access to discounted perks and high street discounts
- Long service awards including free meals and free stays with your friends or family
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted accommodation food and drink in our beautiful properties
- Pension and Life assurance
- Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
- Apprenticeships available
- An engaging & supportive work environment
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Cake Decorating
- Cooking
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
About Company
Langdale Chase is a 5 star hotel on the banks of Windermere. Recognised as the 2024 Countryside and North Hotel of the Year by the Sunday Times, Langdale chase reopened in November 2023 after a sympathetic refurbishment. Guests can enjoy relaxed luxury with luxurious bedrooms and loun ... View more
