Assistant Executive Pastry Chef

The Peninsula London is excited to announce we are seeking a skilled and passionate Assistant Executive Pastry Chef to join the Team. This role will be responsible for assisting the Executive Pastry Chef in the day-to-day operations, leading a team of skilled Chefs within the Pastry, Bakery and Chocolatier Kitchens.

An exceptional opportunity to join our high-profile flagship hotel in London
Market leading remuneration, service charge and attractive benefits
Join our award-winning group, working alongside a highly experienced team

Key accountabilities
Enable The Peninsula London in becoming a recognised culinary destination by creating memorable guest experiences through artistry and uncompromised passion for excellence
Produce all food required for the assigned kitchen and control the daily ordering and requisitions to meet budgeted costs
Supervise and allocate work according to team members knowledge and skill level
Develop, motivate, and coach departmental employees in maintaining our culture in line with the HSH core principles
Ensure personnel, physical and environmental hygiene is maintained in adherence to HACCP

General requirements
Minimum 3 to 4 years relevant experience in a 5-star hotel with a large banquet and pastry shop, or an award winning standalone pastry focused business
All-encompassing pastry technical knowledge and the ability to identify current culinary trends
Ability to always maintain the highest sanitary standards and communicate effectively with the team
Fluent English communication proficiency

At the Peninsula London, we look after:

Your financial wellbeing:
Excellent salary package
Generous service charge distributed equitably to all colleagues
Life Insurance
Enhanced company contribution on pension plan

Your medical care:
Medical cash plans including optical and dental coverage
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave plan

Your daily health routine:
State of the art heart of house facilities including a gym, fitness classes, relaxation room, contemplation room and nursing mothers room
Colleague restaurant with healthy and balanced 24/7 food offerings
On-site occupational health and safety nurse and wellbeing education sessions

Other perks:
High street and online shopping discounts
Rewards and recognition initiatives
Dry cleaning for uniforms and work attire

We are delighted to receive your CV and will liaise with suitable candidates directly.

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