Cheval Blanc Pastry Commis
About Cheval Blanc
Cheval Blanc is the luxury hospitality house within the LVMH group, producing intimate, design-forward hotels that marry haute cuisine, refined service and artisanal savoir‑faire. The Maison emphasises culinary excellence, personalised guest experiences and a culture of craftsmanship across its urban and resort properties.
Cheval Blanc (LVMH) in Paris seeks a Pastry Commis (full‑time) to support pastry production, service and HACCP‑compliant operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare mise en place and perform preliminary production tasks to support pastry creations and dessert service.
- Assist Demi‑Chefs de Partie and Chefs de Partie in the confection, finishing and assembly of pâtisseries and plated desserts.
- Execute service and distribution of pastry items according to hotel procedures, ensuring impeccable presentation and timing.
- Maintain strict compliance with HACCP and internal hygiene and safety standards; ensure cleanliness of workstations and equipment.
- Participate in receiving and inspection of deliveries, labelling and stock rotation following established protocols.
- Support routine maintenance of pastry equipment and contribute to inventory management and waste control.
- Work flexible shifts to meet service requirements and collaborate proactively within a brigade environment.
Qualifications
- BEP/CAP Pâtisserie or BAC PRO Cuisine / MC Desserts de Restaurant (or equivalent vocational qualification).
- Solid knowledge of HACCP principles and food‑safety procedures.
- Proven experience in a luxury hotel or Michelin‑starred restaurant environment.
- Minimum three years' professional experience in pastry orservice roles at comparable standard.
- Professional demeanour with strong organisational skills, precision and meticulous attention to detail.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in pastry or service within luxury hotels or Michelin‑starred restaurants, with demonstrated competence in high‑standard service environments.
Education
BEP/CAP Pâtisserie or BAC PRO Cuisine / MC Desserts de Restaurant (or equivalent vocational qualification).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Benefits
13th month salary after one year of service; access to LVMH private sales after six months; uniform provided and laundered; staff restaurant meals; 90% reimbursement of public transport passes (Pass Navigo, Vélib, Transilien); Uber Business account for night hours (conditions apply); 100% covered bike‑parking subscription (conditions apply).
Culture
Cheval Blanc cultivates an environment of exacting standards, creativity and hospitality excellence rooted in LVMH’s commitment to craftsmanship. Teams operate in highly collaborative brigades where attention to detail, refined service and professional development are encouraged.
About Cerulean
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