Pastry Commis Chef

Are you passionate about creating delectable
pastries and eager to be part of a renowned hotel group? Firmdale Hotels, known
for its luxury, style, and outstanding service, is looking for a talented
Pastry Commis Chef to join our esteemed team at the Haymarket Hotel.

Firmdale Hotels is a collection
of award-winning boutique hotels in London and New York. Each hotel is designed
with a distinct personality, offering unique, high-end experiences for our
guests. We pride ourselves on our exceptional service, innovative cuisine, and
beautifully designed spaces.

As a Pastry Commis Chef at the
Haymarket Hotel, you will be an integral part of our dynamic and fast-paced
kitchen team. Your creativity and passion for pastry will shine as you
contribute to our renowned culinary offerings. You will work closely with our experienced
pastry chefs, learning and growing in a supportive environment that values
excellence and teamwork.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and production of a wide range of pastries,
  desserts, and baked goods.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Collaborate with the pastry team to create new and innovative dessert
  items.
• Ensure consistency and quality in every dish prepared.
• Support the kitchen in maintaining inventory and managing supplies.

What you Need:

• Previous experience in a similar pastry role.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
•  Exceptional attention to detail.
• A genuine passion for food and pastry creation.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn and develop your skills.

What
We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of £ £14.50 inclusive of service charge.
• Access to Wagestream our
  financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day,
  benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
• Health cash
  plan (including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative
  and complementary therapies)
• Discounted cinema tickets,
  gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
• Complimentary meals on shift
  
• Referral bonus scheme for
  recommending top talent
• Flexible scheduling without
  split shifts
• Dry cleaning service for
  work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
• Enhanced holiday allowance
  based on length of service
• Season ticket loan for
  convenient commuting
• Ongoing training,
  professional development, and fully funded English lessons
• Regular social events, team
  activities, and fitness sessions
• Benefits like cycle to work
  scheme and annual long service awards
• One allocated paid day per
  year for volunteering work
• Exclusive discounts at
  Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
• And much more

Why join Firmdale Hotels?

Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning
group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York.
World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels
are trailblazers in hospitality and design.

We are delighted to have been recognised by the
hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have
achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:

• Proud winners of
  The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
• The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for
  outstanding contribution to International Trade
• Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen –
  Cateys 2024
• Food & Beverage Manager of the
  Year  - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie
  Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel –
  One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
• Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for
  Culinary Excellence 2025
• Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award
  
• Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and
  Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024
• Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel,
  Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024
• Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for
  Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA
  Breakfast Award
• Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for
  Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
• Warren Street Hotel - Travel &
  Leisure 'IT List' best hotels in the world
• Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren
  Street - Michelin keys
• Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in
  London, The Times, 2024.

You can see a full list of our awards and accolades
here: 

If you are
enthusiastic about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment,
we would love to hear from you. Join us at Haymarket Hotel and take the next
step in your hospitality career with Firmdale Hotels.

Firmdale Hotels
welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive
workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment
process.

In line with the Asylum and
Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to
live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at
interview stage.