Pastry Chef de Partie

21c Museum Hotels; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel brand in London is seeking a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join its team. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-pressure environments, exemplify leadership qualities, and contribute to the hotel's culinary excellence. The role includes supervising kitchen staff, maintaining high service standards, and ensuring quality production of pastries. Competitive benefits and a vibrant kitchen culture await the right individual.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus additional days for service

Staff meals on duty

Free dry cleaning for uniform

Employer pension contribution of 3%

Enhanced sick pay

Life Assurance

Employee assistance program

Discounted rates up to 30% at Accor hotels

Worldwide development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven relevant experience as Chef de Partie in luxury/Michelin star/5-star environment.
• Understanding of a 24h operational schedule when required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and run section including supervision of Demi Chef de Parties and commis.
• Contribute to effective management of costs and zero waste.
• Provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Participate in service in all kitchen outlets as business demands.

Skills

High levels of service under pressure

Exceptional communication skills

Strong leadership skills

Creative approach to food production

Job description

Company Description

Raffles London at The OWO on London’s Whitehall, unites the allure and heritage of Raffles with one of the world’s most historic addresses with a name synonymous with luxury, glamour, and extraordinary adventure.

This fine Grade II* listed Edwardian building has been transformed with 120 rooms and suites along with a collection of 85 exceptional branded residences. Within The OWO destination there are a total of nine restaurants and three bars, including one by our signature chef Mauro Colagreco. The Guerlain spa and Pillar Wellness offer the latest in wellbeing, and a 600 seated-capacity grand ballroom, The Whitehall, is perfect for all kinds of special occasions and events.

Within these much-storied walls, where legendary statesmen and women once shaped the modern world, guests are now invited to discover new and inspiring emotions and connections.

At Raffles, you arrive as a guest, leave as a friend and return as family.

Job Description

An exceptional opportunity presents itself for a Pastry Chef de Partie to join the Food & Beverage Department at Raffles London at the OWO.

Reporting into Executive Pastry Chef, you will contribute a as junior leader to promote and exemplify our values and kitchen culture.

Overseeing a section of the daily business to ensure hygiene, food and service standards, culture and quality are always delivered. To undertake any specific function of any Raffles kitchens/ kitchen management as delegated by the Executive Pastry Chef and Senior Sous Chef/Sous Chef and/or Head Baker.

Understands that the pastry department work as one team to support and be directly responsible for the quality, production and service for pastry/dessert/bakery in all outlets within the hotel including but not limited to the restaurants, events, private dining and canteen.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and running of section including the supervision of Demi Chef de Parties and commis on the section
• Maintain stock control, ensuring that sections stock levels and production are in line with business levels.
• Be environmentally conscious and works towards a low waste operation.
• Contribute to the effective management of costs, zero waste factor.
• Collating recipes for new dishes.
• Working as required on a rota basis based on hotel, outlet and event hours of operation.
• Ensuring that you are aware of and able to advise employees on the correct policies and procedures.
• Providing constructive and corrective feedback to Demi Chef de Parties and Commis
• Maintaining and running of kitchen in Sous chefs absence
• Participating in the service in all kitchen outlets as business demands.
• Supporting and checking that kitchen rotas meet demands of section business levels
• Understanding and communicating with supervisors if there is a need for overtime on the section.
• Working with, coaching and supporting the team members on the section.
• Working with all supervisors, HODs, chefs and supporting departments to communicate effectively and positively the needs of the operation.

Who are we looking for?

• A proven track record and ability to provide high levels of service under pressure.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills, both written and spoken.
• An understanding and willingness to contribute to a 24h operational schedule when required.
• Excellent leadership skills where a positive kitchen culture is created by strong values.
• Previous relevant experience as Chef de Partie in a luxury/Michelin star/5star environment.
• A creative approach to the production of high-quality food.

Additional Information

Why join our Raffles team?

Not only will you be joining one of the world’s best hotels you will also receive great benefits including:

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays plus a day extra for every year of your service up to 5 years (35 Days).
• Staff meals whist on duty.
• Free dry cleaning for uniform.
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Life Assurance 1x salary
• Employee assistance program, including virtual GP and financial advice.
• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme.
• Colleague gifting to celebrate special occasions.
• Paid days off to move house or give back time to a charity of your choice.
• Internal learning and development programmes tailored to you.
• Fun-filled events, whether that’s a pub quiz, team run or festive party.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates of up to 30% at Accor worldwide and Raffles London F&B outlets.
• Worldwide development opportunities across Accor’s extensive brand portfolio.

What are the Raffles Values?

Be You:Be creative, innovative, and enthusiastic, showing your personality and flair.

Be Kind:Demonstrates humility and generosity through emotional connection with colleagues and guests.

Be Happy:Consistently uplifting colleagues and guests through a joyful connection and positive personality.

Be Confident:Openly shares knowledge and skills with other colleagues to achieve excellence.

Have Your Purpose:Demonstrating care and responsibility within your role, to make a tangible impact on the business.