Head Pastry Chef

Head Pastry Chef – Cliveden House, Maidenhead, Berkshire

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Aim of the role:
To ensure that all food preparation and dishes are made to the standard laid by the Company and responsible for day to day management of the Pastry team.

• To take ownership for the Pastry area.
• To show passion and pride in designing new dessert ideas with the Executive Chef.
• To be confident in liaising with the Executive Chef with reference to possible improvements/difficulties in your section.
• To be passionate and prepare any training that you feel is necessary for your team to improve and develop.
• To assist the Executive Chef during service for timing and progress of all dishes.
• To be passionate in assist with the training, induction and development of the kitchen brigade.
• To control wastage and to help maintain food costs.
• To be confident in ensuring that in the preparation and presentation of food, the highest standards are maintained at all times.
• To keep both the Head Chef and the Head Pastry Chef appraised of any problems within the Kitchen using your integrity. These would include staff, Health & Safety, equipment, and any other areas connected with the Kitchen organisation.
• To assist as directed with the operation of various sections within the Kitchen.
• To work towards and ensure a positive relationship exists between the Restaurant and the Kitchen, focusing on respect and teamwork.
• To constantly focus on guest care and service. Ensuring that everything that is done well improves and enhances the guest experience.
• To take ownership and ensure that the presentation, taste, texture and quantity are maintained to the standards laid by the Company.
• To be confident and fully conversant with the menu and to be adaptable with continual changes to ensure that the menu is kept in line with customer demands and Company policies.
• To ensure that the correct and same ingredients are used as specified by the Head Pastry Chef to ensure quality is upheld at all times.
• To take ownership and direct responsibility with passion and pride for all dishes served in your section.
• To be passionate and attend any necessary training sessions or meetings.
• To make sure that Company Policy, the Vision Statement, and Departmental Objectives are followed and utilised at all times.
• To ensure that all appliances, fixtures and fittings are safe and work in accordance with Health & Safety regulations and report any faults to the Executive Chef.
• To have pride in achieving and maintaining high standards of cleanliness on section where employed, also to assist in any job regarding hygiene or cleanliness asked for by a senior chef showing flexibility and teamwork.
• To be confident and fully aware of all the health and safety at work regulations in accordance with HASAW Act 1974 and Hygiene Regulation Act 1971.
• To be fully aware of all hygiene control and chemicals used in the work place.
• To work as part of a team in a constructive manner that enables the hotel to achieve the objective of being a market leader in the luxury hotel sector.
• All staff should be confident in understanding and executing the company’s policies and procedures with respect to privacy, confidentiality and data protection.
• To be fully aware of the Hotel's Fire Safety Procedures and Health & Safety regulations.

• Competitive Salary
• £7,700 estimated annual Tronc (non-contractual)
• 29 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
• Regular team gatherings and appreciation events
• Complimentary team meals
• Uniform provided
• Staff accommodation available if required
• Exclusive team rates and friends & family rates at our Iconic Luxury Hotels, Relais & Chateaux properties worldwide, and London & Regional properties worldwide
• Discounts on all food & beverage offerings including the Cookery School at Chewton Glen
• Discounts on spa treatments and products
• Special gifts based on length of service
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Health cash plan
• Participation in the cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to our employee assistance programme
• Excellent Training and Career Development opportunities
• …and so much more.

Cliveden’s story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, debaucherous parties and scandalous affairs. Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of intrigue and glamour throughout its illustrious history. The Grade I listed stately home retains much of the grandeur from its days as a private house, but this is mixed with an approachable and open welcome that instantly puts you  in 376 acres of National Trust grounds and a short distance from London, Cliveden remains an extraordinary 5 star hotel that has to be experienced.