Commis de Pastry

Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, part of the LVMH Group, is an emblem of Portofino’s allure. Our elevated escape is perched in the protected Portofino hills, overlooking the glittering Gulf of Tigullio and charming Portofino. We are proud of our legendary past and continue to visualise our heritage of the future. From La Terrazza – one of the most spectacular restaurants in Italy – to our Pool Grill Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, culinary excellence is in our DNA.

For the next season, we are looking for a Commis de Pastry to join the team at our refined La Terrazza Restaurant and at the Pool Grill Restaurant.

The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and comfortable with challenges.

He/she should have exceptional taste and exemplary customer service skills. The primary objective is to provide a friendly, attentive, and timely service and to create an exceptional experience for all our guests.

He/She reports to Pastry Chef.

Main duties & responsibilities: 

• Assisting the Chef de Partie Pastry in the daily operations of the pastry section;

• Preparing and producing a variety of desserts, cakes, pastries, ice creams, and other sweet items according to recipes and hotel standards;

• Ensuring precise measurements, correct techniques, and consistent quality in all preparations;

• Maintaining a high level of cleanliness, organization, and hygiene in the pastry kitchen;
• Learning and mastering new techniques and recipes as required;

Requirements

• A formal culinary qualification specializing in pastry arts or equivalent practical experience.

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in a pastry kitchen, preferably within a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant setting.

• Strong foundational knowledge of classic and contemporary pastry techniques.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a flair for artistic presentation.

• Ability to work efficiently and in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented approach.

Benefits

• We offer seasonal Labour contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo – Level 6s,  Commis de Pastry;
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