Chef de Partie - Pastry

73N97; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Birthday day off

Associate discounts

Learning programs

Job summary

The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie - Pastry to lead our pastry and dessert offerings with creativity, precision, and luxury-grade presentation. You will work alongside a talented culinary team to uphold the brand’s gold standards and contribute to unforgettable guest experiences.

Join us in a fast-paced, luxury setting where excellence, craftsmanship, and continual development are valued.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in patisserie or commercial cookery.
• Demonstrated pastry arts passion and guest-focused approach.
• Experience in luxury hotel, restaurant, or similar settings.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and dessert presentation.
• Eligible to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pastry and dessert preparation across the hotel.
• Assist culinary leadership in delivering quality, consistency and creativity.
• Prepare, bake, decorate and present desserts, cakes, pastries, breads, and specialty items.
• Supervise pastry cooks and kitchen staff in your section.
• Manage production schedules, ingredients, and mise en place for service.

Skills

Patisserie

Commercial Cookery

Dessert presentation

Speed in a fast-paced kitchen

Quality standards

Education

Trade qualification (Patisserie/Commercial Cookery)

Job description

650 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne Victo 3000, Australia

Full Time

Non-Management

As a Chef de Partie - Pastry at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne, you will play a key role in creating exceptional pastry experiences that delight and inspire our guests. From elegant desserts and handcrafted petit fours to indulgent cakes, pastries, and specialty sweet offerings, you will bring creativity, precision, and artistry to every creation. Working alongside a talented culinary team, you will uphold the highest standards of luxury hospitality while growing your career with one of the world's most iconic hotel brands.

Position Summary:

• Join our Ladies and Gentlemen and oversee the preparation and presentation of all pastry and dessert offerings across the hotel.
• Assist the culinary leadership team in delivering exceptional quality, consistency, and creativity.
• Prepare, bake, decorate, and present a range of desserts, cakes, pastries, breads, and specialty items.
• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of pastry cooks and kitchen associates within your section.
• Manage production schedules, ingredient requirements, and mise en place to support seamless service.
• Ensure all products are presented to the highest luxury standards with meticulous attention to detail.
• Maintain an organised and efficient pastry section, ensuring cleanliness and operational excellence throughout every shift.
• Contribute innovative ideas and seasonal creations that enhance the guest experience.
• Support Banquet, Restaurant, Afternoon Tea, Club Lounge, and In-room Dining pastry operations as required.
• Maintain strong food safety, hygiene, and quality assurance standards.

About You:

• Trade qualification in Patisserie, Commercial Cookery, or a related culinary discipline.
• Passion for pastry arts and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Previous experience in a similar pastry-focused role within a hotel, restaurant, or luxury environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, and dessert presentation.
• Working rights in Australia.
• Eager to develop your career within a world-class hospitality brand.
• Self-motivated, organised, and energised by a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Creative mindset with a positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits You Deserve:

• Enjoy complimentary meals every day in our Employee Dining Room.
• Access industry-leading digital and classroom-based learning programs, plus opportunities for cross-exposure across departments.
• Earn rewards through our Associate Referral Program. (Terms & Conditions apply)
• Enjoy your birthday with a paid day off.
• Be recognised through associate awards and celebration events.
• Access exclusive discounts on shopping, entertainment, technology, and more through mPerks.
• Participate in a vibrant calendar of associate engagement activities and events.
• Celebrate career milestones through dedicated recognition programs.
• Explore the world with heavily discounted accommodation rates across Marriott International hotels.
• Access a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Program supporting your mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
• Receive 20% off food and beverage across participating Marriott International hotels.

Please note, all candidates applying for this role must have obtained the right to work in Australia. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required as part of our recruitment process.

At The Ritz-Carlton, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.

Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.