Think you’ve got what it takes to bake for royalty? This might be your chance! The Royal Household has announced a vacancy for a pastry chef for Buckingham Palace.
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The job advertisement, posted on LinkedIn, says the ideal candidate must be a team player with strong communications skills and one can adhere to the highest standards of excellence. Only five people have applied so far, so your chances are pretty good if you decide to go for.
Job Description
Unlike many job postings that require candidates to have long years of experience in the field they are applying to, the prospective pastry chef should have at least a year or two’s experience in a five-star kitchen.
But that alone will not guarantee you the job. According to the ad:
You may have some previous experience within a five-star kitchen or similar environment, but it’s your ability and enthusiasm to deliver efficiently across all aspects of the Pastry kitchen that we're looking for. You’re at your best working in a team, and with your strong communication skills and adaptability, you'll enjoy working alongside your colleagues.
Here are the specific duties the pastry chef would be expected to perform:
Joining an accomplished team of professionals, you’ll work hands-on to deliver food to the highest standards. You'll prepare diverse menus for a wide range of events, developing new skills that will help you to take the next step in your career.
Perks
According to the post, the position comes with a competitive salary including 15% employer contribution.
It is a five-day a week job with free meals and 33 paid holidays a year. The successful candidate has a live-in option, which would come with some salary adjustments.
This role will be based in London, and will involve travelling to other Royal residences. In return, you can look forward to working in a unique and stimulating work environment... Training and development is encouraged, and you will have access to a range of recreational facilities.
