Pastry Commis Chef

Are you passionate about pastry and eager to showcase your culinary skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Firmdale Hotels invites you to become a part of our prestigious Charlotte Street Hotel team as a Commis Pastry Chef. At Firmdale, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional hospitality and a supportive, inspiring work environment.

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Firmdale Hotels is renowned for its award-winning, luxury boutique hotels located in the heart of London and New York. Our properties are celebrated for their unique style, impeccable service, and warm, inviting atmosphere. We believe in creating memorable experiences for our guests and fostering a rewarding, growth-oriented environment for our team members.
As a Commis Pastry Chef at Charlotte Street Hotel, you will play a vital role in our culinary team, assisting in the preparation and presentation of our exquisite pastry offerings. Your creativity and precision will contribute to the delightful dining experiences we provide to our guests.
Responsibilities:
Assist in the preparation, baking, and presentation of pastries and desserts.
Ensure the highest standards of food quality and presentation are consistently met.
Collaborate effectively with the pastry team to innovate and perfect recipes.
Maintain a clean and organised work area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
Support the head pastry chef and sous chef in daily kitchen operations.
What you Need:
Experience in a similar role within a high-quality kitchen environment.
A strong passion for food, with a keen eye for detail.
Ability to thrive in a team setting and contribute positively to a dynamic kitchen.
Excellent time management and organisational skills.
What We Offer:
Competitive hourly rate of £13.50 - £14.50 inclusive of service charge.
Access to Wagestream our financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day, benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
Health cash plan(including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
Complimentary meals on shift
Referral bonus scheme for recommending top talent
Flexible scheduling without split shifts
Dry cleaning service for work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
Ongoing training, professional development, and fully funded English lessons
Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
Benefits like cycle to work scheme and annual long service awards
One allocated paid day per year for volunteering work
Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
And much more!!
Why join Firmdale Hotels?
Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design.
We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitalityand travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:
Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade
Manager of the Year Helle Jensen Cateys 2024
Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
Covent Garden Hotel One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025
Dorset Square Hotel AA Breakfast Award 2025
Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel Two Michelin Keys 2024
Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel One Michelin Key 2024
Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award
Dorset Square Hotel One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure IT List best hotels in the world
Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys
Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024.
You can see a full list of our awards and accolades on our webiste.
If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey with Firmdale Hotels and contribute to our tradition of excellence in hospitality, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to join our passionate team and be part of something extraordinary.
Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. xwzovoh
In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage