Job Description
Who are we?
Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, theres a kids club for the little ones and a workspace. As the countryside companion to Maison Estelle, the manor is also a hosted home, bringing people together that have plenty to say and nothing to prove.
We are looking for a diligent Pastry Chef De Partie to produce pastry and bakery items for all of the restaurants food concpets at Estelle Manor.
The on target earning potential for this role is £37,705.43 per annum based on a 45 hour contract - comprising a base salary of £30,677.40 plus a qualified estimate of £7,000 in gratuities and service charge*. Please note this role is paid hourly so this is a projected salary and OTE.
Here's a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role:
* You will produce high quality pastry and bakery items for all of the restaurants food concepts at Estelle Manor. With a variety of different cuisines and kitchens to choose from including all day dining, wood fired dishes, speciality Chinese and Japanese cuisine.
* You will assist and engage with the kitchens senior leadership in managing all food health & safety related standards, ensuring the guests and members experience is always exceptional and memorable.
* Working in the pastry section of the Kitchen preparing a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following our recipes.
* Decorating pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be modern, beautiful, exciting and appetising.
* Being responsible for effective stock control within the Pastry section and to control and record all wastage.
* Having good communication skills and proficiently liaising with all departments on an ongoing basis; close relationships with front of house operational teams.
Who are we looking for?
* Experience working in a Kitchen department in a luxury / lifestyle multi-outlet food and beverage operation.
* Someone who stays up to date with current food trends and best practices.
* Able to work flexibly including evenings and weekends due to the operational hours of the club.
* Excellent communication skills and comfortable talking to colleagues, senior management and coming front of house to talk to members.
* Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experience with keen attention to detail
* A genuine passion for hospitality and hosting.
Whats in it for you?
At Estelle, we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Birthday Wheel surprises. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces and daily Smart Fridges. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way and utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued, supported, and celebrated.
Here at Estelle, we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging across both Estelle Manor and Maison Estelle. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:
* Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
* Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties.
* Estelleversary and Birthday Wheel gifting for all employees (including overnight stays and dinners).
* Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and locally sourced coffee.
* Seasonal, daily stocked Smart Fridges with freshly prepared meals while on shift.
* Added protection of both our pension and life assurance schemes.
* 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
* Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
* Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
* Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
* Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.
About gratuities & service charge:
* Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.
* It is estimated that in 2025, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £7,000 in addition to their annual salary.
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