Pastry Commis Chef

Company Description

Raffles London at The OWO on London’s Whitehall, unites the allure and heritage of Raffles with one of the world’s most historic addresses with a name is synonymous with luxury, glamour, and extraordinary adventure. 

This fine Grade II* listed Edwardian building has been transformed with 120 rooms and suites along with a collection of 85 exceptional branded residences. Within The OWO destination there are a total of nine restaurants and three bars, including one by our signature chef Mauro Colagreco. The Guerlain spa and Pillar Wellness offer the latest in wellbeing, and a 600 seated-capacity grand ballroom, The Whitehall, is perfect for all kinds of special occasions and events.

Within these much-storied walls, where legendary statesmen and women once shaped the modern world, guests are now invited to discover new and inspiring emotions and connections. 

At Raffles, you arrive as a guest, leave as a friend and return as family. ​

Job Description

An exceptional opportunity presents itself for a Pastry Commis Chef to join the Food & Beverage Department at Raffles London at the OWO.

Reporting into Executive Pastry Chef, you will support Chef de Partie/Sous Chef on a section of the daily business to ensure hygiene, food and service standards, culture and quality are always delivered. To undertake any specific function of any Raffles kitchens/ kitchen management as delegated by the Executive Pastry Chef and Senior Sous Chef/Sous Chef and/or Head Baker.

Understands that the pastry department work as one team to support and be directly responsible for the quality, production and service for pastry/dessert/bakery in all outlets within the hotel including but not limited to the restaurants, events, private dining and canteen.  

 

Specifically, as the Pastry Commis Chef your responsibility’s will include:

• Supporting CDP to maintain stock control, ensuring that sections stock levels and production are in line with business levels.
• Be environmentally conscious and works towards a low waste operation.
• Contributing to the effective management of costs, zero waste factor.
• Working as required on a rota basis based on hotel, outlet, and event hours of operation.
• Ensuring that you are aware of and able to advise employees on the correct policies and procedures.
• Participating in the service in all kitchen outlets as business demands.
• Understanding and communicating with supervisors if there is a need for overtime on the section.
• Working with, coaching and supporting the team members on the section.
• Working with all supervisors, HODs, chefs and supporting departments to communicate effectively and positively the needs of the operation.
• Ensuring Correct Storage and labelling of food stuffs, equipment, and dry goods in all kitchen areas by people responsible.
• Receiving daily product, ensuring correct stock rotation and storage of food and kitchen items.
• Checking cleanliness, working condition and safety of all equipment used in the kitchen.
• Taking corrective action should any not meet standards.
• Maintenance of equipment via correct channels.

 

Who are we looking for?

• Excellent leadership skills where a positive kitchen culture is created by strong values .
• Previous relevant experience as Demi Chef de Partie in a luxury/Michelin star/5 star environment.
• A creative approach to the production of high-quality food .
• Ability and availability to work all shift patterns in 7day 24hour operation including weekends, evenings, early mornings, holidays and overnight shifts .

Additional Information

Why join our Raffles team?

Not only will you be joining one of the world’s best hotels you will also receive great benefits including:

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays plus a day extra for every year of your service up to 5 years (35 Days).
• Staff meals whist on duty.
• Free dry cleaning for uniform.
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Life Assurance 1x salary
• Employee assistance program, including virtual GP and financial advice.
• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme.
• Colleague gifting to celebrate special occasions.
• Paid days off to move house or give back time to a charity of your choice.
• Internal learning and development programmes tailored to you.  
• Fun-filled events, whether that’s a pub quiz, team run or festive party.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates of up to 30% at Accor worldwide and Raffles London F&B outlets.
• Worldwide development opportunities across Accor’s extensive brand portfolio.

 

What are the Raffles Values?

Be You:  Be creative, innovative, and enthusiastic, showing your personality and flair.

Be Kind:  Demonstrates humility and generosity through emotional connection with colleagues and guests.

Be Happy:  Consistently uplifting colleagues and guests through a joyful connection and positive personality.

Be Confident:  Openly shares knowledge and skills with other colleagues to achieve excellence.

Have Your Purpose:  Demonstrating care and responsibility within your role, to make a tangible impact on the business.