Commis Chef - Pastry at The Dorchester Collection

About the Role

Join us as a Commis Chef – Pastry at The Dorchester Collection, a prestigious establishment recognized as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024 & 2025 and awarded ‘Hotel of the Year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. This Commis Chef – Pastry role offers a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field while working in an inclusive environment that values passion, personality, respect, teamwork, and creativity.

What You'll Do

• Assist the kitchen team in food production, ensuring the highest standards are met.
• Participate in daily food preparations, including portioning and utilizing food surpluses to control costs.
• Ensure all food preparations meet outlined recipes regarding portion size, quality, and quantity.
• Show flexibility and creativity in handling special requests and challenges.
• Work shifts that may vary, currently set as 6am-3pm, 7am-4pm, 2pm-11pm, and 3pm-12am.

Requirements

• Essential skills in Baking & Pastry Techniques, including creaming, folding, and tempering chocolate.
• Knife and precision skills for accurate cutting, shaping, and decorating pastries.
• Ingredient knowledge, particularly with flour types, dairy, and chocolate.
• Basic proficiency in piping and decoration using piping bags for frosting and garnishing.
• Understanding of plating and presentation for visually appealing desserts.

Nice to Have

• Attention to detail in measurements and presentation.
• Time management skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork capabilities to collaborate effectively with other chefs and kitchen staff.
• Creativity to contribute ideas for new pastry designs and flavors.
• Adaptability to handle various pastry tasks and learn from senior chefs.

What We Offer

• Complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
• Employee perks including discounts at various high street and online shops.
• Access to the Royal London Private Pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution.
• Training and development opportunities through apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5.
• Participation in vibrant social events such as summer parties, winter balls, and cultural celebrations.
• Referral bonus of £1000 for recommending a friend.
• Immediate well-being support for all employees.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need support during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team.