Pastry Chef de Partie

Ottolenghi; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Staff meals on shift

HSF healthcare plan

Refer a Friend £500 bonus

WSET wine training

Management coaching & courses

Birthday & special events

Job summary

Ottolenghi Edinburgh is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to lead the pastry section with creativity and precision. You will produce pastry, desserts, and baked goods to Ottolenghi standards, while supporting and mentoring junior team members and ensuring strict food safety and hygiene across service.

Join a vibrant, sustainable kitchen where attention to detail, collaboration, and a love for pastry are celebrated.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a pastry Chef de Partie or similar role in a quality kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the pastry section throughout service and production.
• Produce pastry, desserts, and baked goods to Ottolenghi standards with consistency.
• Support and develop junior pastry team members.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.
• Manage stock within the pastry section, including ordering and rotation.
• Contribute to menu development and creative input for new pastry products.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised pastry environment.

Skills

Pastry skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication

Organisation

IT systems

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Job description

At Ottolenghi, we're known for vibrant food, busy delis, and restaurants full of energy, but what really matters is our people. We create environments where teams feel supported, take pride in what they do, and deliver a genuinely warm experience to every guest.

Ottolenghi Edinburgh marks an exciting chapter for us as our first restaurant in Scotland. Bringing our signature flavours, warm hospitality and love of fresh, seasonal produce to the heart of the city, Edinburgh is a vibrant, busy restaurant with a genuine commitment to sustainability throughout.

What you’ll do

• Take ownership of the pastry section throughout service and production.
• Produce pastry, desserts, and baked goods to Ottolenghi standards with consistency.
• Support and develop junior pastry team members.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.
• Manage stock within the pastry section, including ordering and rotation.
• Contribute to menu development and creative input for new pastry products.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organised pastry environment.

What we’re looking for

• 1+ years in a pastry Chef de Partie or similar role in a quality kitchen.
• Strong technical knowledge of pastry, patisserie, and bakery production.
• Good understanding of food safety and allergen regulations.

Key skills

• Excellent technical pastry skills with a strong eye for detail and presentation.
• Creative and passionate about the craft of pastry and baking.
• A collaborative team member who takes pride in their work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well‑organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable using relevant IT systems.
• Ability to multitask and problem‑solve in a fast‑paced environment.
• Calm under pressure with a solution‑focused mindset.
• A genuine passion for pastry and baking and continuous improvement.

What’s in it for you?

• 28 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays
• Delicious Ottolenghi staff meals on shift and generous staff discount
• Health and well‑being support through our HSF healthcare plan (covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more), plus a 24/7 GP helpline and access to Perkbox discounts
• Refer a Friend Bonus: £500 for each successful referral
• Learning & Development opportunities including management coaching, WSET wine training, Ottolenghi Chef’s Academy workshops, and access to external courses
• A warm, inclusive working culture where individuality, growth, and creativity are celebrated
• Enhanced Parental Pay after two years’ service
• A special birthday treat to celebrate your day
• Exclusive workshops and demos, including cooking, food, wine, and cocktail sessions in the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen
• A collaborative and creative environment where your ideas are valued

If you care about great food, great people, and doing things properly, we'd love to hear from you.