- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
About The Berkeley
The Berkeley is a Maybourne hotel on Wilton Place, between Knightsbridge and Belgravia in London. Its rooms, restaurants and bars bring together contemporary design and hospitality, with a rooftop pool and access to Surrenne Belgravia. Work at the hotel spans guest services, housekeeping, food and beverage, culinary and support roles. The property sits beside The Emory, with some advertised positions serving both hotels.
The Pastry Commis Chef supports food preparation and presentation at The Berkeley, follows current Cedric Grolet menus, and works under the direction of the Sous Chef or Chef de Partie. The permanent, full-time role follows a five-days-on, two-days-off shift pattern and involves 45 hours per week.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing and presenting food to the Hotel’s standards.
- Remain fully conversant with the current menus and complete offering of Cedric Grolet.
- Prepare food as directed by the Sous Chef or Chef de Partie and present it at the required times.
- Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and ensure lockers, showers, toilets and changing rooms meet the Hotel’s cleanliness standards.
- Help maintain excellent service in line with LQA standards.
Qualifications
- Must be eligible to live and work in the UK and provide documented evidence of eligibility during recruitment.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in London, England, UK.
Explore jobs in England or in the UK.
Benefits
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay; holiday allowance increases after 3 and 5 years of service; travel season ticket loans; pension scheme; salary sacrifice; holiday trading; retail discounts; subsidised monthly podiatrist and masseuse treatments; flu vaccination vouchers; eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses; dedicated Mental Health First Aiders and a 24-hour colleague assistance helpline; on- and off-site occupational health service; death-in-service salary contribution; mental and physical wellbeing activities; complimentary all-day dining in a colleague restaurant; Cycle to Work; wellbeing and social champions; volunteering opportunities; referral scheme with rewards of up to £1,500; instant colleague recognition and award programme with prizes; colleague-of-the-month awards; an additional paid day off for birthdays; internal transfer and promotion opportunities; in-house training and development focused on career progression and personal growth; long-service awards; preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for the employee or family across Maybourne; a hotel guest experience stay including an overnight stay and dining at its restaurants and bars; 50% food and beverage discount across Maybourne; social events; wedding and baby gifts; retirement functions. Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
Culture
The Berkeley’s recruitment materials value teamwork, attention to detail and considerate guest service. Staff work across departments, with some roles also supporting neighboring The Emory.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.