- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €19,600–21,000/year
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
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.
Belmond is seeking a Pastry Chef to join the pastry team at Reid’s Palace, a Belmond Hotel, Madeira, creating refined, contemporary desserts and pastry products. The role covers preparation, presentation, recipe development, quality standards, equipment and inventory management, waste reduction, and collaboration with kitchen and restaurant teams.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare high-quality desserts, pastry and bakery products, and ice cream.
- Make and decorate cakes, desserts, and other pastry creations with technical precision and creativity.
- Ensure all products are carefully presented and visually appealing.
- Help develop new recipes and innovate the pastry offering while following international gastronomic trends.
- Meet the hotel's standards for quality, consistency, and excellence.
- Minimize waste and use raw materials efficiently.
- Operate pastry equipment and ensure its proper use and maintenance.
- Manage and monitor ingredient inventory, ensuring quality and availability.
- Work closely with the kitchen and restaurant teams to deliver an excellent guest experience.
Qualifications
- Training in culinary arts, cookery, and/or pastry.
- Professional pastry skills and competencies.
- Experience in a similar pastry role.
- Knowledge of pastry techniques; ice-cream-making knowledge is preferred.
- Passion for pastry and attention to detail.
- Creativity and an interest in innovation.
- Commitment to high quality standards.
- Team spirit and willingness to learn and develop in an environment of excellence.
- Minimum level of education.
Skills
Experience
Experience in a similar pastry role.
Education
Training in culinary arts, cookery, and/or pastry; minimum level of education.
Workplace
This position is based in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 19,600 to EUR 21,000 per annum.
Benefits
Annual bonus; health insurance; life insurance; complimentary stays at company hotels; exclusive internal training and development programme; online training academy; other attractive company benefits.
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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