Join us as a Pastry Commis Chef at The Dorchester Hotel recently recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are proud to have the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Pastry Commis Chef at The Dorchester Hotel you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your field. You will learn from your fellow Legends and our award-winning learning academy to achieve the highest standards in craft, service, and leadership.

What you’ll do

As a Commis Chef in the Pastry Kitchen at The Dorchester, you will support the pastry team in delivering world-class desserts and patisserie across our signature outlets. You will play a crucial role in preparation and production, learning from experienced chefs while developing your technical skills in a five-star culinary environment. In this role, you will:

• Assist in daily food preparations, including weighing, measuring, and portioning ingredients for desserts, pastries, and baked items.

• Help ensure that all pastry items are prepared according to outlined recipes, with care for portion size, quality, and presentation.

• Contribute to the smooth operation of the pastry section by maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and readiness during each shift.

• Learn to make the most of surplus ingredients, supporting cost control measures and sustainability efforts in the kitchen.

• Respond to special guest requests, including dietary adjustments or off-menu desserts, under the supervision of senior chefs.

• Rotate between service areas such as The Promenade, In Room Dining, and Banqueting, gaining experience in a variety of luxury dining environments.

This is a role built for someone with passion, discipline, and a love of the craft, eager to contribute while developing under the guidance of a world-class pastry team.

What you’ll bring

Essential Skills and Experience

• A genuine interest in pastry, baking, and dessert preparation.

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions in a fast-paced kitchen.

• Ability to work cleanly, safely, and efficiently, adhering to food hygiene standards.

• Team spirit and a positive attitude, ready to assist colleagues and support service at any moment.

• Fluent in English, with the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with team members.

Preferred Skills

• Completion of a culinary course or relevant kitchen experience in a pastry environment.

• Understanding of basic kitchen operations, including equipment usage and stock rotation.

• Interest in plating and presentation, with attention to visual detail.

• Ability to work flexibly across different outlets and shift patterns.

This is the perfect opportunity for an aspiring pastry chef to begin their journey in one of London’s most iconic hotels. As a Commis Chef at The Dorchester, you’ll be supported every step of the way to grow in confidence, refine your skills, and develop into a future leader in luxury hospitality. 

What you’ll get

Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.

Discounts: Get 50% off food and beverages at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection: Enjoy Friends & Family stay discounts out hotels, Benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops

Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Aviva Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from Seasonal ticket loan, Rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and Eye care vouchers.

Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.

Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.

Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.

Well-being Support: Access immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments  to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email PeopleAndCultureLondon.UK@dorchestercollection.com  so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.

 Here at the Dorchester, we uphold the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. As part of our Kitchen team, you will play a vital role in ensuring full compliance with HACCP requirements to maintain our commitment to five-star service.

 Join us as a Pastry Commis Chef at The Dorchester Hotel recently recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are proud to have the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Pastry Commis Chef at The Dorchester Hotel you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your field. You will learn from your fellow Legends and our award-winning learning academy to achieve the highest standards in craft, service, and leadership.

What you’ll do

As a Commis Chef in the Pastry Kitchen at The Dorchester, you will support the pastry team in delivering world-class desserts and patisserie across our signature outlets. You will play a crucial role in preparation and production, learning from experienced chefs while developing your technical skills in a five-star culinary environment. In this role, you will:

• Assist in daily food preparations, including weighing, measuring, and portioning ingredients for desserts, pastries, and baked items.

• Help ensure that all pastry items are prepared according to outlined recipes, with care for portion size, quality, and presentation.

• Contribute to the smooth operation of the pastry section by maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and readiness during each shift.

• Learn to make the most of surplus ingredients, supporting cost control measures and sustainability efforts in the kitchen.

• Respond to special guest requests, including dietary adjustments or off-menu desserts, under the supervision of senior chefs.

• Rotate between service areas such as The Promenade, In Room Dining, and Banqueting, gaining experience in a variety of luxury dining environments.

This is a role built for someone with passion, discipline, and a love of the craft, eager to contribute while developing under the guidance of a world-class pastry team.

What you’ll bring

Essential Skills and Experience

• A genuine interest in pastry, baking, and dessert preparation.

• Willingness to learn and follow instructions in a fast-paced kitchen.

• Ability to work cleanly, safely, and efficiently, adhering to food hygiene standards.

• Team spirit and a positive attitude, ready to assist colleagues and support service at any moment.

• Fluent in English, with the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with team members.

Preferred Skills

• Completion of a culinary course or relevant kitchen experience in a pastry environment.

• Understanding of basic kitchen operations, including equipment usage and stock rotation.

• Interest in plating and presentation, with attention to visual detail.

• Ability to work flexibly across different outlets and shift patterns.

This is the perfect opportunity for an aspiring pastry chef to begin their journey in one of London’s most iconic hotels. As a Commis Chef at The Dorchester, you’ll be supported every step of the way to grow in confidence, refine your skills, and develop into a future leader in luxury hospitality. 

What you’ll get

Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.

Discounts: Get 50% off food and beverages at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection: Enjoy Friends & Family stay discounts out hotels, Benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops

Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Aviva Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from Seasonal ticket loan, Rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and Eye care vouchers.

Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.

Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.

Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.

Well-being Support: Access immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments  to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email PeopleAndCultureLondon.UK@dorchestercollection.com  so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.

 Here at the Dorchester, we uphold the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. As part of our Kitchen team, you will play a vital role in ensuring full compliance with HACCP requirements to maintain our commitment to five-star service.