Join our award-winning team as a Baker, where you'll be at the heart of creating fresh, exceptional breads, scones, and classic baked goods daily, while also supporting pastry production and ensuring menu excellence. This is an opportunity to work in a highly-regarded, people-centric hotel known for fostering professional growth and a positive work culture.
The Hodson Bay Hotel is part of the Hodson Bay Group. With over 700 employees from over 50 countries worldwide, Hodson Bay Group is committed to creating a positive working environment where our people feel they are a valued part of a team delivering excellent service to our guests.
Hodson Bay Hotel has been recently certified as a Great Place to Work, and we have also received the 'Excellent Employer 2025' Award from Failte Ireland Employer Excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the production of pastries and desserts, ensuring all are made to meet menu requirements.
- Bake and present a variety of breads, scones, muffins, and other bakery items from scratch each day.
- Stay informed about the day's business, menu, and any "specials," participating actively in menu planning.
- Prepare all dishes efficiently and ensure every item leaving the kitchen meets approved standards of presentation.
- Minimize waste, observe portion control, and operate in a cost-effective, responsible manner.
- Maintain outstanding food hygiene and safety standards from storage through service, with full HACCP compliance throughout the kitchen and food & beverage outlets.
- Keep kitchen equipment in good working order and promptly report any maintenance issues to your supervisor.
- Support the smooth running of daily kitchen operations, upholding high culinary standards for both bakery and pastry items.
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in a similar baking or pastry position, ideally in a high-volume or artisanal kitchen.
- Strong background and keen interest in pastry and baking; a formal qualification in pastry is desirable.
- Committed to excellence, standards-driven, and detail-oriented.
- Courteous, customer-focused, and passionate about delivering a consistently high standard of service.
- Able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Why Work With Us?
- Certified as a Great Place to Work
- 'Excellent Employer' (Silver) Award, Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme
- 39-hour working week
- Complimentary use of gym & swimming pool
- Career development opportunities
- Meals provided while on duty
- Free parking
- Hotel discounts
- Motivational benefits (e.g. Employee of the Month)
- Health & wellness programme
- Active sports & social club
- Subsidized staff taxi service (Athlone town)
As a valued member of The Hodson Bay Hotel, you'll thrive in an environment that champions development, motivation, and teamwork. We encourage a workplace built on mutual respect and support, offering rewarding opportunities throughout our departments."