Pastry Chef de Partie

First Contact Chefs; Baslow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning hotel in the UK is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef de Partie to join their busy kitchen team. You will be responsible for creating an array of desserts, from classic puddings to contemporary pastries, while leading a motivated team. This position offers live-in accommodation and various benefits, aimed at promoting staff welfare and career development.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation

Leisure facilities use

One free meal per shift

Uniform provided

Generous discounts for family and friends

Annual loyalty stays

Holiday entitlement increases after 2 years

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working in high-pressure kitchen environments.
• Ability to produce a range of desserts for large events.
• Stable CV with excellent references.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pastry section in producing a variety of desserts.
• Ensure high standards of preparation and presentation.
• Manage time efficiently to meet demand during service.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Teamwork

Planning

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 (advantageous)

Job description

This award-winning hotel is seeking an experienced and talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team.

Location and Culture

Magnificent location with beautiful views, offering live-in accommodation, a fantastic culture, and a strong commitment to staff welfare and wellbeing.

Role Responsibilities

The busy kitchen team needs a Pastry Chef de Partie to lead in producing a range of delicate desserts, traditional puddings, and other sweet creations for various occasions including large conferences, events, restaurant mini-desserts, and afternoon tea pastries, both classic and contemporary. This role offers a great opportunity to develop your career specializing in pastry.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent
• Strong leadership, motivation, and teamwork skills
• Excellent planning and time management
• Flexible attitude
• Experience in relevant disciplines
• NVQ Level 3 (advantageous)

Benefits

• Live-in accommodation
• Leisure facilities use
• One free meal per shift
• Uniform provided
• Generous discounts for family and friends
• Annual loyalty stays
• Holiday entitlement increases after 2 years
• Training and development opportunities

Application Process

Please send your most recent CV to [e-mail]. Feel free to contact us for more information.

Additional Information

This is a permanent position. Applicants must have a stable CV with excellent references, experience with fresh produce, and hold NVQ levels 1 & 2 or equivalent, along with a hygiene certificate. Applicants must be UK residents or have the right to work in the UK, with appropriate documentation.

We appreciate your interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 72 hours. We are committed to professional career development and fostering talent in the hospitality industry.