Junior Pastry Sous Chef

At The Cadogan, A Belmond Hotel, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Junior Pastry Sous Chef to join our team. As a member of our kitchen staff, you will work alongside a dedicated culinary team to ensure the highest standards of food and service are maintained at our luxury hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari lodges worldwide. Belmond is an industry leader in the leisure, travel, and tourism sector, with a portfolio of unique and unforgettable travel experiences that our guests cherish for a lifetime. As a Junior Pastry Sous Chef, you will be an integral part of our team, sharing your expertise and creativity to deliver exceptional experiences to our guests.

• Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in creating and implementing innovative pastry menus and bakery items
• Support the overall pastry kitchen and bakery team by ensuring a high level of food quality and presentation standards
• Take responsibility for the training and development of junior pastry team members
• Maintain inventory levels of pastry ingredients and ensure that all supplies are ordered in a timely manner
• Contribute to the planning and execution of special events or occasions
• Ensure compliance with current food hygiene and safety regulations
• Actively participate in the development of new pastry and bakery recipes, including gluten-free, vegan and sugar-free options

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar position
• Ability to work as part of a team in a high-pressure environment
• Passion for pastry and a dedication to precision and detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in chocolate work and cake decoration
• Experience in creating and baking bakery items
• Knowledge of gluten-free and sugar-free pastry options
• Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings.

Benefits

• Incomparable Company benefits: free room nights in any Belmond hotel in the world, free foot care, free trips on the Day Trains
• 28 days holiday with increase after 2 years of service
• Beekeeping and Gardening teams
• 50% Food and Beverage discount in any outlet at any Belmond hotel
• Enhanced Pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Summer and Christmas Staff events.
• Christmas gifts
• Meals on duty
• Life Assurance
• Uniform care