At Grand Hotel Timeo, a Belmond Hotel, we are looking for a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie Pastry, who will contribute to create fresh, seasonal, high quality and tailored desserts, pastries, and baked goods for each guest.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Pastry Section Management: Manage the pastry kitchen section autonomously, ensuring high-quality standards for all desserts, baked goods, and amenities, in accordance with the Food & Beverage Manifesto of Belmond.
• Recipe Execution & Presentation: Prepare and present pastries, desserts, and artisanal breads according to the Executive Pastry Chef's recipes and guidelines, focusing on precision, aesthetics, and taste.
• Brigade Collaboration: Collaborate with the rest of the pastry and main kitchen brigade to ensure an efficient and timely service, respecting ticket times for restaurants, banquets, and events.
• Sustainability Standards: Ensure compliance with sustainability standards by promoting responsible kitchen practices— such as minimizing food waste and sourcing seasonal ingredients—in alignment with the group's environmental policies.
• Hygiene & Safety: Keep the pastry workstation clean, organized, and properly temperature-controlled, complying with hygiene, sanitary, and food safety regulations (HACCP).
• Team Support: Support the training and onboarding of commis de cuisine pastry, fostering a collaborative environment and professional growth within the sweet section.

Requirements

What You Bring 

• Previous experience of at least 2 years in a similar position within luxury hotels or fine-dining restaurants. 

• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques and raw materials, with a strong focus on seasonality and quality. 

• Ability to work in a team, flexibility, and a problem-solving orientation. 

• Strong adherence to procedures and meticulous attention to detail. 

Benefits

At Belmond we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including: 

• seasonal contract according to "C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo - Federalberghi." 
• Corporate Welfare provided. 
• FAST insurance provided.
• Tips

• Team social events. 

• Meals provided at our staff canteen during working hours. 

• A unique opportunity to gain experience in a world-class luxury environment. 

• Participation in the hotel's training and development programs. 

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other. 

About Us:

Grand Hotel Timeo, a Belmond Hotel, is a storied Sicilian hideaway in the heart of Taormina. Adjacent to the ancient Greek Theatre, its views span majestic Mount Etna and Naxos Bay. Since the mid-1800s, this exclusive enclave away from the crowds has proved irresistible to discerning visitors, from celebrated writers such as DH Lawrence to Hollywood icons. Today, it is the perfect setting for memorable stays, enhanced by a wide array of experiences including Michelin-starred dining and exclusive concierge bookings. 

The Belmond & LVMH Family 

Belmond is proud to be part of LVMH, and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join one of our properties, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.