Belmond Pastry Chef

About Belmond

Belmond is a distinguished name in luxury travel, curating exceptional hotels, trains, river cruises and safaris in some of the world’s most storied destinations. As an employer, Belmond offers the rare opportunity to contribute to experiences defined by heritage, artistry and deeply personal service, while belonging to a global hospitality house within the LVMH family. The company values intuitive excellence, cultural curiosity and respect for place, encouraging colleagues to become ambassadors of timeless travel. With roles spanning operations, gastronomy, wellness, sales and corporate functions, Belmond fosters careers shaped by craftsmanship, international perspective and the pursuit of unforgettable guest moments.

As Pastry Chef at Monasterio, a Belmond Hotel, Cusco, the role prepares desserts and pastries to recipes, technical specifications and the restaurant menu, ensuring quality, presentation, flavour and consistency. Responsibilities include mise en place, food preparation and storage, hygiene, inventory reporting and supporting the pastry team. The role requires a technical qualification in pastry or bakery and at least two years of kitchen and pastry experience.

Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare mise en place for desserts, including cuts, sauces, ingredients and special preparations.
• Prepare desserts, cookies, sweet sauces, ice cream and other pastry products offered by the hotel.
• Review recipes and instructions before each preparation and follow them strictly.
• Maintain the hotel’s quality and hygiene standards while preparing and handling products.
• Pack, cover and store sauces and preparations appropriately in line with established requirements.
• Promptly report missing ingredients or supplies to the area supervisor.
• Support other bakers and pastry chefs with tasks needed to ensure operational continuity.
• Clean and disinfect the work area before, during and after each shift.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in Pastry, Bakery and/or a related field.
• Knowledge of high-end pastry and good food-handling practices.
• Ability to contribute innovation and creativity, work as part of a team and perform under pressure.

Skills

Experience

At least 2 years of experience in kitchen and pastry work.

Education

Technical qualification in Pastry, Bakery and/or a related field.

Workplace

Benefits

100% employer-paid oncology insurance for the employee, with corporate rates for their partner and children; complimentary experiences and preferential rates at Belmond destinations; hotel points; meals in the staff dining room; competitive salaries; opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.

Culture

Belmond fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional hospitality, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the heritage of its iconic hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari lodges. As an employer, it encourages employees to create memorable, highly personalized experiences while nurturing a collaborative, multicultural environment where service excellence and storytelling are central to everyday work.

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