Chef de Partie - Pastry

Marcliffe; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marcliffe Hotel Limited in Aberdeen is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to join our luxury kitchen team. You will be responsible for producing breads, desserts, ice creams and afternoon teas for the restaurant, private dining and functions, while maintaining high standards of presentation and flavor.

You will manage your pastry section with pride, working to precise recipes and deadlines, and collaborating with Head Pastry Chef and Sous Chefs to deliver exceptional pastry experiences for our

Qualifications

• Experience as Pastry Demi Chef de Partie or Pastry Chef de Partie in a busy five-star or fine dining setting.
• Strong knowledge of food and modern pastry techniques.
• Passion for delivering first-class pastry and service.
• Positive, hands-on attitude and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent organisational skills and multitasking ability.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to take direction from Head/Sous Chefs.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to manage pastry section and own the department when required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation and delivery of breads, desserts, ice creams and afternoon teas for our restaurant, private dining and functions.
• Produce pastry dishes with the finest ingredients while maintaining high standards of presentation, quality and service.

Skills

Pastry experience

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Pressure management

Organisational skills

Communication

Direction from chefs

Pastry techniques

Job description

Pastry Chef de Partie

Marcliffe, one of Scotland’s finest luxury five star country retreats, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Pastry Chef de Partie to join our friendly and dedicated kitchen team.

Set in a picturesque location on the outskirts of the historic city of Aberdeen, Marcliffe offers 40 luxurious bedrooms, elegant function suites, private dining facilities and a fine dining restaurant.

With a reputation for exceptional hospitality, we offer our guests the opportunity to enjoy some of Scotland’s finest local produce and delicacies, alongside world-renowned golf courses, fishing and famous whisky trails.

The Role

Working in a busy and professional kitchen, and reporting directly to the Head Pastry Chef, the successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation and delivery of high-quality breads, desserts, ice creams and afternoon teas for our restaurant, private dining and functions.

You will take pride in producing exceptional pastry dishes using the finest and freshest ingredients, maintaining consistently high standards of presentation, quality and service.

Required Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Pastry Demi Chef de Partie or Pastry Chef de Partie within a busy five-star or fine dining environment.
• A strong knowledge of food and an understanding of modern food preparation techniques.
• A passion for delivering first-class food and service.
• A positive, can-do attitude with a hands-on approach.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• The ability to take direction from the Head and Sous Chefs.
• A good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• The ability to assist in the smooth running of the pastry section and take ownership of the department when required.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified and experienced Pastry Chef who is ambitious, enthusiastic and passionate about their craft.

You will have the confidence and ability to manage your own section, demonstrate excellent attention to detail and take pride in producing consistently high-quality pastry products.