Pastry Chef de Partie

Caprice Holdings; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious restaurant group in London is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef de Partie to create exceptional pastries and desserts. The ideal candidate has proven experience in a luxury establishment and a strong understanding of baking techniques. You will collaboratively develop enticing offerings while maintaining high culinary standards. The position offers a full-time schedule and an hourly wage of £16 – £17.

Benefits

30% dining discount across Caprice restaurants

Access to early pay and savings tools

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or similar role in a high-end restaurant.
• Strong understanding of pastry and dessert techniques.
• Commitment to maintaining high-quality culinary standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of pastries and desserts.
• Collaborate with the culinary team on new dessert offerings.
• Maintain a clean pastry station adhering to safety standards.
• Assist with inventory management and quality control.
• Mentor and train junior kitchen staff.
• Participate in menu development for continuous improvement.

Skills

Pastry and dessert techniques

Attention to detail

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Bacchanalia, situated in Berkley Square in Mayfair, is a culinary haven celebrated for its avant‑garde approach to gastronomy, elegant ambiance, and commitment to culinary mastery. As a beacon of innovative dining, Bacchanalia offers a curated experience that fuses creativity with timeless elegance that is inspired by the ancient Greco‑Roman feasts of old. Walking inside transports you to another world as you are surrounded by dazzling statues designed by Damien Hirst, as well as 2,000‑year‑old pieces… We are currently seeking a proficient and creative Pastry Chef de Partie to join our esteemed kitchen tea. As a Pastry Chef de Partie, you will play a central role in creating exquisite pastries and desserts that elevate the dining experience for our guests. If you have a passion for pastry, a keen understanding of baking techniques, and are committed to culinary excellence, we invite you to bring your pastry expertise to the forefront at our restaurant.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee the preparation of a variety of pastries and desserts.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to contribute to the creation and refinement of enticing dessert offerings.
• Maintain a clean and organized pastry station, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist in inventory management, ordering, and maintaining quality control of pastry ingredients.
• Mentor and train junior kitchen staff, contributing to the development of a cohesive culinary team.
• Actively participate in menu development, bringing forward ideas for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or in a similar role in a high‑end restaurant or luxury establishment.
• Strong understanding of various pastry and dessert techniques.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high‑quality culinary standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.

Benefits

• 30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), The Ivy Collection & Bill’s.
• Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Wagestream.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave.
• Cycle to work scheme and refer‑a‑friend bonuses up to £1,000.
• English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses.
• Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions.

We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.

Experience: Required
Employment: Full‑time
Schedule: Full flexibility required
Salary: £16 – £17 hourly
Starting time: Immediate start!

About Caprice Holdings: Caprice Holdings is a market leading prestigious restaurant group, with a rich history and long‑standing reputation in the hospitality industry.