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Pastry Cook

Balearic Islands Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra Estimated salary: €1,700–€2,300 gross per month, commonly paid over 14 payments, depending on experience and the hotel’s collective agreement
Role summary

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The Pastry Cook supports the pastry section by preparing breads, desserts, cakes, pastries and other sweet items to the hotel’s quality standards. Requirements typically include professional kitchen or pastry experience, knowledge of baking methods, ingredient handling and food-safety procedures, plus the ability to follow recipes accurately. Culinary training is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to work cleanly and efficiently, maintain consistent presentation, cooperate with the wider kitchen team and perform well during busy service periods. Flexibility for shifts, weekends and public holidays, along with a positive attitude and attention to detail, is essential. Spanish or English communication skills may be expected.

About the employer

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is an internationally recognised luxury hospitality company known for personalised service, elegant hotels and destination resorts. Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra is located in Costa d’en Blanes, Mallorca, overlooking the Mediterranean and close to Puerto Portals and Palma. The property operates within the group’s high-end service culture, where culinary quality, guest care and attention to detail are central to the experience. Employees can expect a professional, multicultural environment, structured operating standards and opportunities to work alongside experienced hospitality teams. As with many luxury resorts in Mallorca, operations may be strongly influenced by the seasonal tourism cycle, with busy periods during spring and summer.

What the job usually comes with in the Balearic Islands

Usual for the Balearic Islands, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingNot standard; required with the seasonal permit
MealsStaff meals customary
FlightsOnly with the seasonal permit
Service chargeSmall pooled tips
ContractPermanent seasonal (fijo discontinuo), recalled each season
Leave30 days; pay in 14 instalments
Income taxAbout 17% to 20% in all

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in the Balearic Islands?

How it works: Local-first test (hotel jobs are not on the shortage list), or a seasonal permit that comes with employer housing.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: Spanish Ministry of Inclusion: residence and work permit for employees. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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