Job Ref: MAI3794
Branch: Estelle Manor
Location: Estelle Manor, Eynsham Park, North Leigh, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX29 6PN
Salary/Benefits: £34,493.47 per annum OTE
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Hours per week: 45 hours per week
Posted date: 04/06/2026
Closing date: 06/07/2026
Who are we?
Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, there’s a kids’ club for the little ones and a workspace.
We are looking for a dilligent Pastry Commis Chef to join our exceptional Culinary team.
The on target earning potential for this role is £34,493.47 per annum based on a 45 hour contract - comprising a base salary of £28,643.47 plus a qualified estimate of £5,000 in gratuities and service charge*. Please note this role is paid hourly so this is a projected salary and OTE.
Here's a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role:
- You will produce pastry and bakery items for all of the restaurants food concepts at Estelle Manor.
- You will assist and engage with the kitchens senior leadership in managing all food related standards, health and safety ensuring the guests and members experience is always exceptional and memorable.
- Working in the pastry section of the Kitchen preparing a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following our recipes.
- Decorating pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be modern, beautiful, exciting and appetising.
- Being responsible for effective stock control within the Pastry section and to control and record all wastage.
- Having good communication skills and proficiently liaising with all departments on an ongoing basis; close relationships with front of house operational teams.
Who are we looking for?
- Someone with a passion for pastry and an eagerness to learn.
- A keen eye for detail and a creative approach to presentation.
- A positive attitude and a willingness to work as part of a team.
What’s in it for you?
At Estelle, we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued, supported, and celebrated.
Here at Estelle, we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging throughout. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:
- Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
- Exclusive staff rates and FB discounts across sister properties.
- Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
- Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees.
- Goes without saying but we will feed you during your shift.
- Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
- 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
- Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
- Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
- Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
- Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.
About gratuities service charge:
- Gratuities (tips) are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.
- It is estimated that in 2026, our full-time employees can expect to receive in the range of £5,000 in addition to their annual salary.
