Pastry Chef de Partie

Chez Antoinette; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run French bakery in central London is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie. You will craft a variety of French pastries and work within a dedicated team. This part-time role offers an hourly salary between £15 and £16, flexible shifts, and various employee benefits, including a competitive salary and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Amazing staff meal

Qualifications

• Proven experience in French patisserie.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Craft a wide range of French patisserie including tarts and cakes.
• Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage stock levels and communicate ordering needs.

Skills

Experienced in French patisserie

Organizational skills

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Job description

Pastry Chef de Partie required to join our family run French bakery and patisserie located in central London (Victoria station). The kitchen is brand new, opened last year, and has already proven successful to local customers.

Team & Shifts

• You’ll be part of a dynamic and creative team, working alongside our skilled Pastry Chefs.
• Shifts are typically 9 hours long, with 2-3 colleagues on shift at any given time.

In Return

• Competitive salary depending on experience and position.
• You can look forward to working with a dedicated team.
• Training on all patisserie techniques.
• You will receive a competitive salary and 28 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Amazing staff meal.
• You will be working in a central location.
• Company pension.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• No split shift.
• No services.
• Flexible rota with most Sunday off (shop closed on Sunday).
• Overtime pays on hourly rate.
• If the trial is successful it will be paid.

What You’ll Do

• Craft a wide range of French patisserie, including tarts, cakes, desserts, brioche and canapés, with an emphasis on hand‑made quality.
• Contribute to the daily production of all pastry lines, managing your workload and adhering to production schedules.
• Maintain impeccable food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
• Collaborate effectively with our team of pastry chefs and front of house.
• Manage stock levels efficiently and communicate ordering needs proactively.
• Contribute to menu development, including creating daily specials and innovative pastry ideas.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in French patisserie, with a dedication to handcrafted excellence.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet diverse service demands.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A passion for pastry and a commitment to delivering exceptional quality.

Experience and Details

• Experience: Required
• Languages: English – Advanced
• Employment: Part-time
• Schedule: 25h/week
• Salary: £15 – £16 hourly

About Chez Antoinette

Independent French restaurant/bistrot located in the heart of Covent Garden Market. We offer simple yet good quality food with super friendly service.