Chief Baker (Permanent contract)

Four Seasons Athens Astir Palaceexecutive

BakerFood Service

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Key Responsibilities

puff pastry, short paste. To cook all menu items - including croissants, Danish pastries and other bread items - ensuring the highest of standards are maintained for all outlets.

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BakerFood Service

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

An iconic hideaway on the glamorous Athens riviera, reborn. On the sophisticated Athens Riviera, at the tip of a pine-clad peninsula, Four Seasons offers the best of both worlds: a laid-back seaside escape just 30 minutes from the historical city centre. Discover the wonders of ancient civilization at the Acropolis, then return to Four Seasons to unwind and relax. Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens opened in March 2019 and provides a preferred address for both business and leisure travelers, and the highly personalized, anticipatory service that Four Seasons guests expect and value around the world. The Arion Hotel was built in 1967 and has 106 keys and 61 Bungalows, and the Nafsika opened in 1980 and has 136 keys. Under the same ownership is a large private beach club and marina. Nafsika is open through the year, while Arion and the bungalows operate eight months of the year. Adding to the complement of on-site F&B operations (8 Restaurants and Bars), there are also two third party restaurants on site.

About the Role

At Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, one of the World's 50 Best Hotels, we are looking for a talented and passionate Chief Baker to join our Kitchen team.

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of high-quality breads, viennoiseries, and bakery products while ensuring the highest standards of quality, consistency, and food safety. Working closely with the Pastry and Culinary teams, you will contribute to delivering exceptional dining experiences across our restaurants, banqueting operations, and in-room dining offerings.

What You Will Do

To prepare the mise-en-place for all dough’s: puff pastry, short paste.
To cook all menu items - including croissants, Danish pastries and other bread items - ensuring the highest of standards are maintained for all outlets.
To constantly strive to improve the product, and bring fresh ideas and methods to the Pastry Kitchen.
To communicate closely with the Pastry team and liaise with the Main Kitchen, Restaurant, Room Service and Banqueting on a daily basis.
To ensure appropriate members of the team are familiar with Bakery tasks and provide them with on-going refresher training.
To be responsible for the maintenance of quality and portion control in accordance with hotel standards.
To ensure appropriate members of the team are familiar with Bakery tasks and provide them with on-going refresher training.
To provide a friendly and professional service that always exceeds guest’s expectation.
To accept responsibility for the health safety and welfare of all areas of the department, guests and employees and to respond properly in any hotel emergency.
Ensure compliance with HACCP standards and all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures.
Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

What You Bring

Applicants must have a European Passport or the legal right to work in Greece.
Previous experience as a Baker or in a similar role within a luxury hotel, fine dining establishment, or high-quality bakery operation.
Strong knowledge of bread production, laminated doughs, viennoiserie, and bakery techniques.
Understanding of HACCP procedures and food safety standards.
Passion for quality, creativity, and continuous improvement.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and demanding kitchen environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Food handling and sanitation certifications are considered an advantage.

What We Offer

Competitive Salary and comprehensive Benefits Package.
Complimentary Employee Meals, Bus Transportation, Uniform & Laundry Services.
Ticket Restaurant monthly allowance of €100.
Complimentary Nights at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts worldwide.
Employee Recognition Program.
Opportunities for Global Travel through Task Forces and Transfers.
Access to Four Seasons global Training & Development programs.

Schedule & Hours

Permanent position – 5 working days per week, 2 days off.
Schedule may vary according to operational needs.
Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, and according to business demands is required.

If you are passionate about baking, committed to culinary excellence, and eager to grow within one of the world's leading luxury hospitality brands, we would love to hear from you. Join Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens and leave your signature on unforgettable guest experiences.