Job Description

Job Ref:

MAY1881

Branch:

The Berkeley

Location:

The Berkeley Hotel, London (South West)

Salary/Benefits:

Competitive Salary

Contract type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Shift pattern:

5 days / 2 off

Hours per week:

45

Posted date:

02/12/2025

Closing date:

15/01/2026

Be part of a hotel with rich history heritage.



At The Berkeley, we strive to curate distinctive and enriching experiences for our guests and our colleagues every day. You will be part of the team to shape our future and fulfil our purpose.

The Berkeley

The Berkeley has been treading its own path for more than 100 years. From here, midway between fashionable Knightsbridge and neighbourly Belgravia, we're still taking style, comfort and service to inspiring new levels. There's nowhere quite like it. And that's the way we love it.



Stunning rooms by the brightest minds in the design world. Intuitive service that always seems one step ahead. From the moment you walk in, the hotel begins to work its magic. With many guests returning year after year, it's a spell that's hard to break.

Who strives here?

Our team never fails to impress. To us, extraordinary service means perfecting the little details and adding exquisite touches in the entire guest journey. You truly care for our guests and your fellow colleagues. You believe in creating a sense of enthusiasm. Your goal is to excel and bring out your best in each and every guest interaction.

The Berkeley Experience

You will find a supportive, fun and nurturing team where you can bring your ideas and creative thinking to your role.??We have a range of development interventions at every level and for different functional specialisms to help you design the trajectory of your career. Your team members are highly collaborative and the work environment is dynamic and stimulating.



Main responsibilities of the

Pastry Junior Sous Chef

include, but are not limited to:


Assist the Executive Pastry Chef and Pastry Sous Chef in being responsible for the management of all food production to clients within the hotel. Supervise in the preparation of regular food items, daily specialities and any other special functions. (i.e. Banqueting). Check all food deliveries for quality and maintain close liaison with Purchasing Department. Encourage and support members of the brigade by motivating them and whenever possible, personally show example and follow up the progress made. Instructing briefing and supervising Chef de Partie and their brigade in their daily tasks, assist them in their preparation of food. Contribute to maintaining an excellent level of service in conjunction with the minimum requirement of the LQA standards at all times.

Successful candidates for the

Pastry Junior Sous Chef

will demonstrate genuine dedication to The Berkeley and show a commitment to consistent quality in our product and service. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is a fast learner, adaptable and has exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.



This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast paced and high performing team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.



We anticipate applicants will have previous experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel environment.



Here at Maybourne, we strive to reward our colleagues for the incredible work they do every single day. In return for your hard work and dedication we offer you:

Financial Stability

Excellent salary package. Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay. Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service. Travel Season Ticket Loans. Pension Scheme.
Salary Sacrifice. Holiday Trading. Retail Discount.

Health and Wellbeing Support

Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments. Flu vaccination vouchers.
Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses.
A dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders 24-hour colleague assistance helpline. On and off-site Occupational Health Service. Death in Service salary contribution. Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health. A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining colleague restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals. Cycle to Work. Wellbeing Social Champions. Volunteering opportunities.

Recognition and Career Development

Referral Scheme 'Introduce a Star' where you can earn up to 1,500.
Instant colleague recognition and award programme with generous prizes. Colleague of the month nominations with generous prizes. Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday. Internal transfer and promotion opportunities. In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth. Long service awards.

Memorable experiences

Preferential room rates of 50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across the Maybourne. Hotel Guest Experience Stay including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars.
50% Food and Beverage discount across the Maybourne.
Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Colleague Party, Annual Colleague Children Party, etc.) Wedding and Baby gifts. Retirement functions.

Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.


Eligibility:



In line with the requirements of the Asylum Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.



The Berkeley has been treading its own path for more than 100 years. From here, midway between fashionable Knightsbridge and neighbourly Belgravia, we're still taking style, comfort and service to inspiring new levels. There's nowhere quite like it. And that's the way we love it.



Stunning rooms by the brightest minds in the design world. Intuitive service that always seems one step ahead. From the moment you walk in, the hotel begins to work its magic. With many guests returning year after year, it's a spell that's hard to break.