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Commis Pastry (f/m/d)

Switzerland - St. MoritzOn-site

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Prepares high-quality desserts, pastries, tartlets, pralines and display items for hotel outlets, independently sets up the work area to Kempinski standards, and follows HACCP and health and safety regulations.

About this role

Under a name steeped in tradition, Kempinski – hoteliers since 1897 – has travelled the world in search of fascinating destinations, without ever losing sight of its traditions and European heritage. Its spacious resorts and stylish city and wellness hotels reflect a distinctive and unique character, tailored specifically for guests who appreciate five-star service and luxury on their business or leisure trips.

What actually defines a Grand Hotel? It is ahead of its time; it creates traditions and nurtures them.

Would you like to develop your own traditions and, through your role, help reinforce the hotel’s positioning as a sporty, warmly welcoming and refreshingly uncomplicated 5-star hotel?

Then we’re looking for you to join us as a Commis Patisserie for our upcoming 2026/2027 winter season!

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing reliable support in the preparation of high-quality desserts, pastries, tartlets, pralines and display items for our various outlets
  • Independently preparing the daily work area in accordance with Kempinski quality standards.
  • Ensuring that our sweet creations are always presented flawlessly and taste excellent.
  • Strict adherence to and implementation of HACCP guidelines as well as health and safety regulations.
  • Close collaboration with the Head Pâtissier and the kitchen team to optimise workflows.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

  • A completed apprenticeship as a chef or pastry chef, as well as initial professional experience in upmarket catering
  • Professional expertise, creativity and attention to detail, as well as a very strong commitment to quality
  • A structured and organised approach to work
  • A keen interest in team-based work
  • Very good English is essential; any additional languages, e.g. Italian or German, are an advantage

Benefits

  • Living and working in the heart of the Engadin Alps
  • A wide range of opportunities to shape your role
  • A pleasant working atmosphere within a young and dynamic team
  • International career prospects and opportunities for development
  • Outstanding staff benefits, including access to all Kempinski hotels
  • Staff accommodation in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, including laundry facilities, a fitness room, communal lounge and kitchen, and a varied selection of meals in our staff restaurant
  • Free use of the in-house crèche for staff children
  • Monthly staff activities such as skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing lessons, hiking trips, spa evenings and German language courses
  • In-house ‘Feel Good Committee’ to help shape all welfare-related matters

Skills

Dessert PreparationEnglish LanguageGerman LanguageHACCPHealth And Safety RegulationsItalian LanguageKitchen WorkflowsPastry Preparation

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