Executive Pastry Chef

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 29 properties across 11 countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and exclusive residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

About Jumeirah Carlton Tower

Located in the heart of Knightsbridge, Jumeirah Carlton Tower is a landmark London address where heritage meets contemporary luxury. The hotel offers stunning views across the city, access to the private Cadogan Gardens, a variety of dining experiences, and a rooftop health club and spa with London's largest naturally lit swimming pool.

About The Job

An opportunity has arisen for an Executive Pastry Chef to join us at Jumeirah Carlton Tower.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role are:

Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards in food preparation, cooking, and presentation.

Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain productivity and team performance.

Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards.

Manage stock levels, food rotation, and costs by reducing waste and maintaining effective inventory control.

Build and maintain supplier relationships to secure quality ingredients and support kitchen operations.

Conduct menu costing, manage budgets, and monitor expenses to achieve financial targets

About you

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field (High School Diploma considered with relevant experience).

Extensive culinary leadership experience within five-star hotels or high-end restaurants.

Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and HACCP standards.

Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, guests, suppliers, and business partners.

About The Benefits

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits include -

Competitive salary and service charge.

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Complimentary meals on duty.

Uniform provided with free dry cleaning.

Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 wellbeing, legal and counselling support.

Monthly social events and colleague recognition programmes.

Nest pension scheme with employer contribution.

Enhanced pay for bank holidays, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Life insurance from day one of employment.

Wellness benefits including flu jabs and wellbeing initiatives.

Taxi home contribution for colleagues finishing after 1:00am.

Company sick pay scheme (subject to service requirements).

Travel season ticket loan.

Dental cashback plan.

Specsavers eye tests and discounts for eligible users.

Cycle to Work scheme.

Discounted stays across Jumeirah hotels worldwide.

Internal transfer and career progression opportunities.

Enhanced pension and income protection benefits with long service

Jumeirah is committed to a respectful and inclusive recruitment process. Harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying or any other inappropriate behaviour by or towards any person involved in the recruitment process including candidates, interviewers, recruitment agency staff, assessors and other third parties will not be tolerated and may result in immediate removal from the recruitment process and such further action as Jumeirah UK considers appropriate.