Pastry Chef - Albion Hotel
Job Posted: 18 June 2026
- Contract Term: Permanent
- Location: Freshwater, Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Full or part time
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Industries: Catering, Hospitality & Bar
A new chapter at The Albion…
The Albion Hotel, Freshwater Bay, is entering an exciting new phase — with refreshed leadership, renewed standards, and a strong focus on building a positive, supportive and high-performing kitchen culture.
We are proud to be developing a team environment built on quality, consistency, care and collaboration, where every member of staff feels valued and supported. Our new Head Chef brings a clear vision for a kitchen team that is ambitious, professional, and proud of the food it produces.
At The Albion Hotel, our purpose is simple: to deliver an exceptional experience not only for our guests, but for our team as well. As a leading destination in guest experience and service on the Isle of Wight, we combine a vibrant, people-focused culture with high standards of professionalism and pride in what we do.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities.
We are also a Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to creating an environment where disabled people can thrive and fulfil their potential.
About the Role: Pastry Chef
As Pastry Chef at The Albion Hotel, you will play a key role within our kitchen brigade, responsible for delivering high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked items that reflect our standards of excellence.
Working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team, you will help shape a dessert offering that is seasonal, creative, and consistently well executed. This is a hands-on role in a busy kitchen, ideal for someone who takes pride in precision, presentation, and flavour.
We are looking for a motivated and organised chef who is passionate about pastry and eager to contribute to a positive and ambitious kitchen environment.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Producing high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods for restaurant service
- Maintaining a consistent standard of presentation, taste, and portion control
- Running and managing the pastry section during service
- Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef with menu development and seasonal changes
- Preparing mise en place efficiently and effectively
- Managing stock levels, rotation, and minimising waste
- Maintaining excellent food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards
- Supporting service during busy periods to ensure smooth delivery
- Contributing to a positive, respectful, and collaborative kitchen culture
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience as a Pastry Chef or strong experience as a Chef de Partie/Commis Chef with pastry focus
- Passion for patisserie, baking, and dessert development
- Strong attention to detail and high standards of presentation
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
- Strong team player with a positive attitude
- Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene preferred)
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (DOE) + excellent benefits package
- Opportunity to grow within a supportive and developing kitchen team
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career progression within the business
- Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing and counselling support)
- Company pension scheme (NEST)
- Enhanced family leave policies (maternity, paternity, bereavement support)
- Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £500
Additional Package Information
- Staff accommodation available (limited and subject to availability and terms)
- 48 hours per week
- 5 days out of 7
- Straight shifts
- Rotas issued in line with business needs
- Full uniform provided
- Full training provided
- 28 days annual leave
- On-site personal locker system
- Access to remote health and wellbeing support
Albion Hotel
The Albion Hotel is one of the most iconic venues on the Isle of Wight. Situated in Freshwater Bay, it is in a location that has attracted fashionable tourists since Victorian times. With arguably the most extraordinary sea views of any hotel on the Isle of Wight this remarkable and historic venue is getting ready for one of the most exciting relaunches in its long history.
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