Pastry Chef de Partie

Restaurant Associates; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider in Canary Wharf is looking for a skilled Pastry Chef de Partie. You will manage the pastry section, produce high-quality desserts, and collaborate with a professional culinary team. This full-time role offers competitive pay of £16.48 per hour, weekday-only shifts, and excellent benefits including free gym access and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site gym

Free onsite swimming pool access

Subsidised meals

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Quick access to a Digital GP

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a pastry role within a high-standard hospitality or fine dining kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and baking fundamentals.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Passion for creativity in pastry and desserts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the pastry section to a high standard.
• Produce a variety of desserts, breads, and pastries consistently and creatively.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and food safety standards within the pastry area.
• Support and guide junior pastry staff as needed.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Baking fundamentals

Attention to detail

Creativity in pastry

Job description

Pastry Chef de Partie – Hospitality & Fine Dining

Location: Canary Wharf

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (40 hours per week)

Pay: £16.48 per hour

We are looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Chef de Partie to join our fine dining kitchen team in Canary Wharf. This role offers a great work‑life balance with weekday‑only shifts—no evenings or weekends.

About the Role

You will be responsible for running the pastry section, preparing high‑quality desserts, breads and other baked goods to a professional standard. Working closely with the culinary team, you’ll help maintain the high standards of our fine dining establishment while developing your pastry skills further.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the pastry section to a high standard
• Produce a variety of desserts, breads, and pastries consistently and creatively
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and food safety standards within the pastry area
• Support and guide junior pastry staff as needed

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in a pastry role within a high‑standard hospitality or fine dining kitchen
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and baking fundamentals
• Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Passion for creativity in pastry and desserts

What We Offer

• Monday to Friday shifts only—no evenings or weekends
• Competitive pay at £16.48 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Support from a skilled and experienced team
• Professional, high‑standard kitchen environment

If you have the right experience and are eager to advance your pastry career in a dynamic Canary Wharf setting, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

• Free on‑site gym
• Free onsite swimming pool access
• Subsidised meals
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un‑wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!