Commis de Pastry, Season 2027 - Splendido, a Belmond Hotel Portofino

Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, part of the LVMH Group, is an emblem of Portofino’s allure. Our elevated escape is perched in the protected Portofino hills, overlooking the glittering Gulf of Tigullio and charming Portofino. We are proud of our legendary past and continue to visualise our heritage of the future.

For the next season 2027, we are looking for a Commis de Pastry to join the team Splendido!

The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and comfortable with challenges.  He/she should have exceptional taste and exemplary customer service skills. The primary objective is to provide a friendly, attentive, and timely service and to create an exceptional experience for all our guests.  

He/She reports to Pastry Chef.

Main duties & responsibilities:

• Assisting the Chef de Partie Pastry in the daily operations of the pastry section;
• Preparing and producing a variety of desserts, cakes, pastries, ice creams, and other sweet items according to recipes and hotel standards;
• Ensuring precise measurements, correct techniques, and consistent quality in all preparations;
• Maintaining a high level of cleanliness, organization, and hygiene in the pastry kitchen;
• Learning and mastering new techniques and recipes as required;

Requirements

• A formal culinary qualification specializing in pastry arts or equivalent practical experience.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in a pastry kitchen, preferably within a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant setting.
• Strong foundational knowledge of classic and contemporary pastry techniques.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a flair for artistic presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently and in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented approach.

Benefits

• We offer seasonal Labour contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo - Level 6s,  Commis de Pastry; 
• Start date: March 2027 to End date: November 2027, with the aim of a continuous collaboration over subsequent seasons at Splendido and a career path; 
• Monthly gross salary + separate payslip for 13°,14° and TFR; 
• Welfare incentive based on quality goals;   
• Accomodation in double room our staff house including breakfast; 
• Bus ticket as benefit for the contract period;  
• Staff cantine; 
• Discovering Belmond programme, which offers team members complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for our trains, cruises and safaris, and discounted food and beverages.  

About Belmond:   

Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with 46 remarkable properties. The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon its heritage, craftsmanship and genuine, authentic service. We treasure history while looking for the future.   

We embrace community spirit and believe in responsible, sustainable tourism Belmond is part of the world's leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Belmond is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.     

Join us in our journey to redefine the future of luxury, where tradition and innovation meet to create unforgettable moments.