Pastry Chef de Partie

Starhotels; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension plan

Meals on shift

Refer-a-friend bonus

Colleague discount

Tronc scheme

Job summary

The Gore Hotel in London is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to lead the pastry section with artistry and consistency. You will craft desserts, breads, and decorative displays, delivering top-quality pastry for our 190 Queen’s Gate restaurant and events.

You will work under a renowned Head Chef, contributing to seasonal menus, cost control, and high standards of food safety and kitchen organization. This role suits a pastry specialist aiming to advance in a 5-star hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie in a luxury setting.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, baking, desserts, breads and chocolate work.
• Experience in menu planning, recipe development and seasonal pastry offerings.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the daily running of your pastry section.
• Prepare, bake, and finish a wide variety of desserts, pastries, cakes and decorative displays.
• Collaborate with Head/Sous Chefs to develop innovative pastry recipes and seasonal menus.
• Assist with cost-effective menu pricing and private events pastry design.

Skills

Pastry Chef de Partie

5-star hotel experience

Menu planning

HACCP & safety

Team collaboration

Creativity

Job description

We are looking for a Pastry Chef de Partie to join our Kitchen team at The Gore Hotel.

We also welcome applications from strong Chef de Parties with a passion for pastry who are looking to specialise and develop their pastry career.

An amazing opportunity has arisen for a talented Chef de Partie with experience in 5-star luxury hotels or a 3-rosette standard establishment to join our kitchen team at the iconic Gore Hotel on a permanent contract basis.

As a Chef de Partie, you will support our 190 Queen’s Gate restaurant, which combines British culinary tradition with contemporary flavours to offer the ultimate Made-in-UK dining experience.

You will also have the opportunity to work closely with our talented and multi-awarded Head Chef, Frederick Foster. Among his accolades are the Roux Scholarship, the National Chef of the Year Award, and the Master of Culinary Arts. He has also made several television appearances, including on MasterChef.

What is in it for you?

We value our colleagues and offer great benefits, including:

• Participation in the Tronc scheme, which includes Rooms and F&B service charge and bonus.
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, increasing with the length of service.
• Pension scheme and Simply Health plans.
• Great food and drink provided during your shift.
• Great incentives, including a refer-a-friend bonus (up to £750).
• Colleague discount to all the Starhotels Collezione around the world.

You will work with brilliant colleagues across the Hotel, ensuring we are one team delivering a seamless and memorable guest experience.

The Pastry Chef de Partie plays a crucial part in our success.

As a Pastry Chef de Partie, you will take full responsibility for the daily running of your pastry section, ensuring all mise en place and preparation are completed to the highest standard ahead of service. You will prepare, bake, and finish a wide variety of desserts, pastries, cakes, breads, and decorative food displays, consistently delivering exceptional quality, creativity, and presentation.

Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will contribute to the development of innovative pastry recipes and seasonal menus, taking into account ingredient availability and business demands. You will also support menu planning by providing suggestions for new pastry creations and assisting with cost-effective menu pricing.

In addition, you will collaborate with the wider management team to design and deliver bespoke pastry and dessert menus for private events, weddings, banquets, and other special occasions, while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Demi Pastry Chef de Partie within a quality hotel, restaurant, or pastry kitchen.
• Experience within a 5-star hotel or 3-rosette standard establishment is highly desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of pastry techniques, baking, dessert preparation, bread making, chocolate work, and decorative presentation.
• Experience in menu planning, recipe development, and producing seasonal pastry offerings.
• A sound understanding of food cost control, stock management, and maintaining profitability.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures.
• The ability to work calmly under pressure while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• A creative approach to pastry production with a passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a high-performing kitchen team.
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.

Why Us?

Be part of something truly special at The Gore, a legendary London hotel steeped in history and character. Neighbour to the Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park, The Gore blends timeless British charm with exceptional service, offering guests a uniquely elegant and intimate experience.

The hotel is a proud member of Starhotels Collezione — the group’s prestigious collection of luxury hotels imbued with Italian flair and creativity across New York, Paris, Milan, Venice, and beyond.

To find out more about us, check out our Instagram accounts: @starhotels and @Thegorelondon

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.