Head Pastry Chef

Bakery & Pastry

Our heart, head and hands play a part in everything we do. By caring about the art of hospitality and perfecting every detail, we work together to uplift the lives of others. There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of providing an unrivalled service that is greatly admired.

If you are passionate about delivering an exquisite service within a 5-star environment, then we would like to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Responsible for day to day management, preparation and service of Bakery and Pastry, ensuring that the highest standards are maintained at all times to the standards required by the hotel. To ensure that strict hygiene controls are kept in all Kitchen areas when under Head Chef Pastry supervision. To ensure the smooth running of the food operation including the maintenance and cleaning of the kitchen.

ABOUT YOU

• Experience in a similar setting, or Michelin star restaurant
• Preferred previous head chef experience
• Must be able to temper chocolate
• Must be able to work clean and tidy and in a timely manner
• Excellent time management both of themselves and the team
• Demonstrates excellent skills and creativity in one or more aspects of patisserie. ie: sugar, chocolate, plated desserts, Banqueting and or afternoon tea
• Must have good communications skills, both written and verbal
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Food Hygiene Certificate, Food Safety Level 2
• Competition certificate or awards for cooking
• Must be fluent in English
• Artistic abilities
• Articulate and imaginative
• A flexible attitude to working hours
• Good communication skills
• Interest in Food and the industry

ABOUT CORINTHIA

Corinthia London combines contemporary flair with traditional grandeur. We consider ourselves as London’s magical, grand hotel, intelligently designed for modern life. Situated in the heart of London, the hotel features 279 beautiful bedrooms, including 7 penthouses and 55 suites, elegant restaurants, and bars and the largest, most breath-taking multi award-winning spa in London.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

We understand what is important to our colleagues and our benefits offering was tailored with this in mind.

• Highly competitive salary
• 29 days paid holidays per annum (inc. bank/public holidays)
• Complimentary dry cleaning of uniform
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Extensive recognition programs and length of service awards
• Enhanced pension entitlement
• Season ticket loan

Our focus is supporting your health and wellbeing and giving you more time with your family and friends by offering:

• Enhanced sick pay
• Private medical
• Eye test vouchers
• Access to Employee health and wellbeing programme
• Mental health and wellbeing workshops
• Discounted Salon, Spa, Food and Beverage and accommodation rates
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts across our portfolio of international hotels

We will invest in you the same way you do it with us and provide you with access to:

• Learning & Development programmes
• Apprenticeship scheme
• Complimentary English classes
• Corinthia inspired gifts for special occasions
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Colleague social events

ELIGIBILITY

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, or be able to acquire such eligibility. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.