Pastry Chef

Craft exceptional desserts and pastries as a Pastry Chef (Chef Pâtissier) in the buffet and à la carte restaurants of Corissia Hotels in Georgioupolis and Chania, Crete.

The position Pastry Chef is available right now

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Pastry Chef

Full-time all year round or seasonal (April - end of October)

Gross salary: € 1400 - 1950

The final salary level will be determined on the basis of merit after the interview. Benefits may include, depending on the position, free daily meals at one of the restaurants in the facility or free accommodation close to the respective property. The terms of the sectoral collective agreement for hotel employees in Chania apply.

 

Make your next role matter

At Corissia Hotels / Hotelleading, we don’t offer “just another job.” We invite you to build a career with purpose - to become an ambassador of genuine Greek hospitality and to co-shape the guest experience in boutique hotels and luxury resorts in Greece - in a safe, supportive and sustainable workplace. Ready?

 

Apply for the position Pastry Chef

Please send your full curriculum vitae (CV) including a recent photograph and a short letter of interest to the following e-mail address:

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After we have evaluated the data we will contact you for a personal discussion. Your personal information is of course always kept confidential. Thank you very much.

 

Job description

As Pastry Chef (Chef Pâtissier) at Corissia Hotels & Resort, you will play a key role in the pastry section of our buffet and à la carte restaurants. You will create a wide range of desserts and pastries, combining traditional and modern techniques, to delight our guests with high-quality creations. With your expertise, creativity, and attention to detail, you will contribute significantly to guest satisfaction and the overall culinary excellence of our hotels.

Typical responsibilities

  • Prepare a variety of pastries, cakes, biscuits, and desserts following both classic and modern recipes.
  • Design and introduce new desserts to refresh menus and surprise guests.
  • Decorate baked goods with icings, glazes, and other finishing touches to ensure attractive presentation.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic workspace in line with safety standards.
  • Monitor stock levels and order ingredients as required, within budget limits.
  • Check the quality of raw materials and the proper functioning of baking equipment.
  • Guide, train, and motivate assistants to improve efficiency and performance.
  • Assist in identifying staffing needs and contribute to the recruitment of pastry team members.

Necessary skills

  • Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or in a related role.
  • High standards of aesthetics, creativity, and culinary expertise.
  • Ability to apply and enforce hygiene and food safety procedures.
  • Strong leadership, organizational skills, flexibility, and team spirit.
  • Experience in preparing pastries for dietary needs (e.g., gluten-free, sugar-free) will be considered a plus.
  • Previous experience in a 4* or 5* hotel environment will be highly appreciated.

We offer

  • A professional and supportive working environment.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.
  • Attractive salary package with full insurance.
  • Free daily meals in the staff restaurant of the facility.
  • Possibility of free accommodation near the hotel property.

Career Opportunities

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A Great Place to Work

At Corissia, we place the highest importance on personal integrity, team spirit, and the professional growth of the people who make up our team. For this reason, we select our executives with great care and invest in their career development. In this way, we have built a strong foundation of long-term cooperation with leading professionals in the tourism sector.

A key responsibility of our management is to foster a positive and welcoming workplace culture, built on teamwork, open collaboration, and fairness. By ensuring equal opportunities and recognizing individual contributions, we create an environment where everyone can thrive. Through continuous evaluation and comprehensive training programs, we support our team members in reaching their full potential. This ongoing commitment enables us to consistently deliver the exceptional service quality our guests expect.