Pastry Commis Chef

University Arms; Cambridge; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A stylish hotel in Cambridge is seeking a Commis Pastry Chef to support the kitchen brigade and develop your pastry skills. This opportunity requires a genuine passion for pastry and previous experience in a professional kitchen. Responsibilities include preparing and presenting high-quality pastries, ensuring hygiene standards, and collaborating with the kitchen team. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee perks within a wonderful team and environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free meals on duty

Team Member Parties

Room and F&B discounts

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen or pastry environment is preferred.
• Strong creativity and pride in your work.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and present high-quality pastry items.
• Maintain pastry quality, portion control, and consistency.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met.

Skills

Passion for pastry

Attention to detail

Creativity

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility for shifts

Job description

ABOUT US

University Arms is a 192‑bedroom design‑led Hotel situated in the heart of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Overlooking Parker’s Piece is the Hotel’s quintessentially British Restaurant and Bar Parker’s Tavern, Library Lounge, and beautiful 272 square metre wood panelled Ballroom.

Opened in 1834 as a Coaching Inn, University Arms is Cambridge’s oldest Hotel. For 180 years, the Hotel was added to, updated, and modernised in line with the age; however, it was the reopening in 2018 after a four‑year £80m full renovation that really positioned the Hotel. It is now Cambridge's "go to" destination, alluring visitors with the promise of a sense of modern luxury.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING

As Commis Pastry Chef, you will support the Pastry Chef and wider kitchen brigade. This is an exciting opportunity for a budding pastry chef eager to develop their craft in a creative, supportive and professional environment.

THE DUTIES

• Prepare, bake, and present pastry and dessert items to the highest standards
• Support high‑volume production for afternoon teas & desserts
• Maintain pastry quality, portion control, and consistency
• Ensure all food produced meets hygiene, safety, and allergen standards
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and inventory management
• Collaborate with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service

WHAT ARE WEING FOR IN YOU

• A genuine passion for pastry and a desire to grow within the culinary field
• Experience in a professional kitchen or pastry environment (hotel or restaurant preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, creativity and pride in your work
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and evenings

THE PERKS

As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team in an exceptional property, the position comes with:

• Competitive salary
• Free meals on duty
• Team Member Parties
• Room and F&B discounts across the Marriott portfolio
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £400 for referring them!

RIGHT TO WORK

In line with the requirements of UK immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility to work will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

PAY

£12.24 per hour plus £1.60 per hour Tronc = £13.84 per hour [Equivalent to £30,586.40 per annum]