Pastry Chef de Partie

First Contact Chefs; Crawley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Crawley is looking for an experienced Pastry Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team. The role involves producing a variety of desserts and pastries and offers career development opportunities. Candidates should have NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent, strong leadership skills, and experience with fresh produce. This position includes live-in accommodation and excellent training benefits.

Benefits

Live-in accommodation

Use of leisure facilities

One free meal whilst on duty

Uniform provided

Generous discounts

Annual overnight loyalty stays

Holiday entitlement increases after 2 years

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills are essential.
• Experience with fresh produce is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead in producing a range of delicate desserts and sweet creations.
• Handle large-scale conferences and events.
• Prepare afternoon tea pastries, both classic and contemporary.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Teamwork abilities

Planning and time management

Flexible attitude

Experience in relevant disciplines

Education

NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 (advantageous)

Job description

This beautiful award-winning hotel is looking for an experienced and talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join their kitchen team.

Location and Culture

Magnificent location with beautiful views, live-in accommodation, a fantastic culture, and a strong commitment to staff welfare and wellbeing.

Role Responsibilities

The busy kitchen team seeks a Pastry Chef de Partie to help lead in producing a range of delicate desserts, proper puddings, and other sweet creations for the hotel. Responsibilities include handling large-scale conferences and events, creating inspired mini-desserts for the restaurant, and preparing afternoon tea pastries, both classic and contemporary. This role offers a great opportunity to develop your career in pastry.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent
• Strong leadership, motivational, and teamwork skills
• Planning and time management abilities
• A flexible attitude
• Experience in relevant disciplines
• NVQ Level 3 (advantageous)

Benefits

• Live-in accommodation
• Use of leisure facilities
• One free meal whilst on duty
• Uniform provided
• Generous discounts for you and your family/friends
• Annual overnight loyalty stays
• Holiday entitlement increases after 2 years of service
• Excellent training and development opportunities

Application Process

To apply, send your most recent CV to [e-mail]. For more information, feel free to contact us. Visit firstcontactchefs.com for other career opportunities.

Additional Information

This is a permanent position. Applicants should have a stable CV with excellent references, experience with fresh produce, and possess NVQ Level 1 & 2 or equivalent, along with a hygiene certificate. You must be working in or residing in the UK and able to prove your right to work. Only suitable candidates will be contacted within 72 hours.

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