Pastry Chef de Partie

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Dorking; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel room rates for you

Birthday holiday

Maternity leave and parental leave

Course sponsorship

F&B discount at RBH hotels

Refer a Friend scheme

Flexible working

Paid meals on duty

Life insurance

Employee assistance programme

Wellness events

Free meals on duty

Job summary

RBH Hospitality Management is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef de Partie at Wotton House to lead the pastry section and craft desserts that delight guests. You'll work within a team dedicated to quality and consistency in a busy hotel kitchen.

You'll bring experience in pastry, strong plating, and a passion for seasonal creations. The role offers flexible working patterns, training opportunities, and a supportive environment within a historic property in Dorking.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a busy kitchen as a pastry chef de partie.
• Strong organisational and plating skills.
• Commitment to food safety and cleanliness.
• Ability to train junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the pastry section, crafting desserts and baked goods.
• Bring creativity to each plate, ensuring high quality and consistency.
• Maintain a spotless section and organize the workstation.
• Work with the kitchen team to ensure timely service.
• Assist in training junior team members and uphold standards.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Pastry

Dessert plating

Teamwork

Job description

At Wotton House, we make every guest and team member feel part of our story – like anything is possible. Our space is your space, and we redefine what it means to offer bespoke experiences. Our experiences are crafted exclusively for you.We offer friendly, welcoming and authentic service that is personal to everyone, with little touches that make all guests and staff feel wanted. We make people feel special. They deserve to be here.

The answer is yes, what is the question? We are architects of innovation; a little bit quirky and eccentric with a can-do attitude that helps to craft different and inventive experiences for all our guests.Wotton House is steeped in history and natural wonder, and we want everyone who visits to explore our story and become part of it. Botanicals are in our fabric and everything we do reflects this.We areaware of our impact on the world around us, and our choices reflect this. We are proud to have a Green Key award, and we work closely with our local community and hyper local suppliers when we can.We arebrave and we have a sense of humour – we are the flamingo in a flock of pigeons. Everything we do is Wonderfully Wotton.

JOIN US

At Wotton House, we make every guest and team member feel part of our story – like anything is possible. Our space is your space, and we redefine what it means to offer bespoke experiences. Our experiences are crafted exclusively for you.We offer friendly, welcoming and authentic service that is personal to everyone, with little touches that make all guests and staff feel wanted. We make people feel special. They deserve to be here.

The answer is yes, what is the question? We are architects of innovation; a little bit quirky and eccentric with a can-do attitude that helps to craft different and inventive experiences for all our guests.Wotton House is steeped in history and natural wonder, and we want everyone who visits to explore our story and become part of it. Botanicals are in our fabric and everything we do reflects this.We areaware of our impact on the world around us, and our choices reflect this. We are proud to have a Green Key award, and we work closely with our local community and hyper local suppliers when we can.We arebrave and we have a sense of humour – we are the flamingo in a flock of pigeons. Everything we do is Wonderfully Wotton.

OUR HOTEL

Wotton Houseis a countryside escape and a space to gather, meet, stay and dine; an experience in itself, steeped in history and natural wonder, bringing people together to create memories. We are architects of innovation with a make it happen attitude. Our space is your space, crafted exclusively for you.

It’s Wonderfully Wotton.

It’s Wonderfully Wotton

Wonderfully welcoming, wonderfully Wotton

Wonderfully whimsical, wonderfully Wotton

Oh, it’s just wonderfully Wotton!

The Wotton way – it’s wonderfully Wotton

OUR BENEFITS

• Discounted hotel room rates for you and your friends & family
• An additional day's holiday for your birthday
• Enhanced Maternity, adoption & shared parental leave
• Course Sponsorship
• 30% F&B discount at RBH hotels
• Refer a Friend scheme (earn £250 for each referral up to 5 referrals)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wagestream - choose how and when you get paid
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Social and wellness events and activities all year round
• Free meals on duty saving you over £1000 per year

And much much more!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CHEF DE PARTIE AT OUR HOTEL

What you'll be doing...

• Take charge of the pastry section, crafting beautiful desserts and baked goods that impress with flavour, texture, and presentation.
• Bring your creativity to every creation, ensuring each plate meets the highest standards of quality and consistency.
• Keep the pastry kitchen running smoothly by prepping, baking, and organising with precision so every service is effortless.
• Work closely with the kitchen team, communicating clearly to make sure every dish is ready at the right moment.
• Maintain a spotless section at all times, from your workstation to your equipment – attention to detail is essential.
• Monitor ingredients and stock levels, making sure the pastry section is always ready for service.
• Support menu development by contributing fresh ideas, seasonal specials, and new dessert concepts.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring every product is prepared and stored correctly.
• Assist in training junior team members, sharing skills and helping maintain high kitchen standards.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• A passion for culinary excellence and a drive to create memorable dining experiences.

• Proven experience in a busy kitchen, ideally in a Pastry Chef de Partie role or similar.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle high-paced service with ease.
• Creativity and a keen eye for detail when it comes to plating and presentation.
• Team spirit, supporting the brigade to keep standards high and service smooth.
• Dedication to cleanliness, food safety, and upholding health regulations.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

RBH Hospitality Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. If at any point throughout our process you require reasonable adjustments, please contact [e-mail]. #RBHIND