Head Pastry Chef

Join us as a Pastry Head Chef at Coworth Park, 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 known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Pastry Head Chef, you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You'll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story., + You will be responsible for managing the Coworth Park pastry kitchen. This will include training, developing and recruiting talent, working closely with senior chefs, and liaising with local product farmers and suppliers for seasonal ingredients all to ensure our guests receives nothing but the best experience.
+ Sometimes our guests have special requests involving dietary requirements, bespoke products and even special occasions. Most of these requests are fulfilled by our Head Pastry Chef.
The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Head Pastry Chef, but we'll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

+ Previous experience in a similar role in a 5 star luxury environment
+ Our values of, Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Head Chef you'll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
+ Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
+ English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language.

Our Hotels
We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business, who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is, after all, our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programs you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.
Treasured by guests. Cherished by employees. Celebrated worldwide.
Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection is a core belief of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment within our company where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity. We are proud of each and every one of our employees and promote a sense of belonging that transcends all else.

As a Pastry Head Chef at Coworth Park, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:
+ Fantastic Employee bonus scheme and Excellent Service charge
+ Complimentary stays including breakfast across the Dorchester Collection Hotels
+ 50% F&B discount at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection
+ Vibrant Social events that bring employees together including a Winter ball
+ Amazing benefits such as discounts in various high street and online shops, enhanced family leave entitlements and competitive Private Pension Scheme
+ Apprenticeship, training and development opportunities
+ Up to £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend
+ Access to immediate well being advice, because We Care about our employees