At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning desserts and pastries while collaborating with a fun, creative kitchen team.
- Company: Join Homewood, a quirky boutique hotel and spa near Bath.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, monthly service charge, staff discounts, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team culture and the chance to showcase your creativity.
- Why this job: Bring your passion for baking to life in a vibrant, inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Pastry Chef or strong Chef de Partie with pastry skills.
The predicted salary is between 28500 - 30000 £ per year.
Be our Pastry Chef but most importantly be you! Homewood is a 32-bedroom boutique hotel and spa near Bath where luxury loosens its tie and nobody takes themselves too seriously. We're a zesty, imaginative bunch with a habit of hiding mischief around every corner. We create unexpected little moments of delight, and our team is the biggest one of all. Whether you're brand new to hospitality or it's been your world for years, we want you to bring your whole self through the door. We're a diverse, inclusive team who genuinely believe that the more you you are, the better this place gets. We back each other, we respect our guests and community, and we are always, always serious about giving people a bloody good time.
What you will be doing:
- Preparing and presenting desserts, pastries, breads, cakes and sweet items to a high standard
- Supporting the creation of seasonal dessert menus and afternoon tea offerings
- Producing pastry for restaurant service, weddings, events and private dining
- Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, allergen awareness and kitchen safety
- Managing stock, ordering, rotation and reducing waste within the pastry section
- Keeping the pastry area clean, organised and ready for service
- Working closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chefs and wider kitchen team and supporting junior team members where needed
Work week: 5 out of 7 days, 48 hours per week.
What we are looking for:
- Previous experience as a Pastry Chef, Pastry Chef de Partie or strong Chef de Partie with pastry experience
- A real passion for baking, desserts and presentation
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and allergen procedures
- A positive, calm and organised approach during busy services
- Creativity, attention to detail and pride in your work
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays
What we offer:
- Competitive salary, depending on experience
- Tronc/service charge on monthly basis
- Staff discounts across Homewood and the Kaleidoscope Collection
- Opportunities for development and progression
- A supportive, friendly and creative kitchen environment
What happens next with your Pastry Chef application? Attract our attention with your application and we’ll call you. After we speak on the phone you can expect a friendly invite to spend an hour or two on a Team Insight with your chosen department – Ask all your questions and we will ask you a few too. If all goes well, you may just become part of the team!
Pastry Chef employer: Homewood
Homewood is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Pipehouse, England. With flexible working hours, on-duty meals, and opportunities for career growth through training, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while enjoying the perks of working in the hospitality industry.
