Chef de Partie - Pastry

Elite Hotels; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hotel in East Sussex is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie Pastry to join its kitchen team. The candidate will produce high-quality desserts and bread, supporting the Head Pastry Chef while maintaining the highest culinary standards. Ideal for individuals with a passion for pastry and a commitment to excellence in a 5-star environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Pastry Chef in a quality operation.
• Good command of English, both verbal and written.
• Basic Food Hygiene and Level 2 Food Safety Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Deputize for the Head Pastry Chef when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen.
• Prepare for various F&B outlets.

Skills

Pastry preparation

Attention to detail

English communication

Calm under pressure

Food Hygiene knowledge

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

The luxury 5-star Grand Hotel Eastbourne in East Sussex is looking for a Chef de Partie Pastry to join our kitchen team. The Grand Hotel Eastbourne is the only 5-star coastal hotel in the country and one of the leading hotels in East Sussex and the South East. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Pastry Chef to advance their career to Chef de Partie Pastry at a 5-star level, producing high-quality desserts, bread, and patisserie. This position is for the second pastry chef in a brigade of four in the pastry section of our main kitchen.

Overview or Responsibilities

1. You will at times deputise for the Head Pastry Chef in his absence and support him in the efficient running of the section.
2. Keep up with professional development in your area of expertise and contribute to departmental objectives.
3. Update your working practices, reduce wastage, and use equipment and products efficiently and cost-effectively.
4. Prepare for various F&B outlets, including Restaurants, Room Service, Banqueting, Lounges, and ancillary areas.
5. Control and report stock levels to ensure they meet current and anticipated business needs.
6. Attend training courses organized by the Hotel, apply acquired skills, and train fellow employees, trainees, and apprentices.
7. Ensure the quality and presentation of dishes meet the highest standards.
8. Maintain high levels of cleanliness and tidiness in your section and throughout the kitchen.

Experience and Attributes

1. Experience as a Pastry Chef in a busy, quality operation, preferably in the luxury hotel market.
2. Calm under pressure with good command of English, both verbal and written.
3. ‘Can do’ attitude, attention to detail, and initiative.
4. Basic Food Hygiene and Level 2 Food Safety Certificate as a minimum.