Pastry Chef de Partie

Four Seasons; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement up to 33 days

Company Sick Pay

Life insurance while on duty

Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four季

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to join Pavyllon London, Chef Yannick Alléno's Michelin starred restaurant. You will lead a pastry section and craft desserts to the highest standards.

The role offers a full-time, 40-hour week with shifts across mornings and evenings. We value creativity, precision, and teamwork in a luxury hospitality setting and provide clear career development opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in pastry roles within quality-driven kitchens.
• Experience in Michelin-starred or luxury environments is advantageous.
• Strong pastry technique and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of your designated pastry section.
• Prepare, produce, and present desserts to the highest standards.
• Maintain organisation, cleanliness, and food safety within the pastry kitchen.
• Support menu development through creativity and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with the wider kitchen team to ensure seamless service.
• Assist in training and development of junior pastry staff.

Skills

Pastry Chef de Partie

Demi Chef de Partie

Fine dining

Luxury hospitality

Michelin starred environments

Passion for pastry

Technical pastry skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Right to Work in UK

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:

Surrounded by the capital's greenery and most coveted shopping streets, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane seamlessly balances award-winning design with the city's high notes. Take in views of Hyde Park from sun-drenched rooms and our rooftop spa, enjoy a leisurely meal on our one-of-a-kind al fresco terrace, then stroll to explore London's famous sights.

Pastry Chef de Partie

Pavyllon London at Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane

At Four Seasons, exceptional pastry is built on creativity, precision, and a relentless commitment to quality. Pavyllon London offers a unique opportunity to develop your craft within a Michelin starred environment, working with exceptional ingredients and alongside some of the industry's most talented culinary professionals.

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to join the team at Pavyllon London, Chef Yannick Alléno's Michelin starred restaurant.

About Pavyllon London

Pavyllon London is the British expression of Chef Yannick Alléno's modern French cuisine. Combining classical French technique with contemporary creativity, the restaurant delivers an immersive dining experience where craftsmanship, hospitality, and innovation come together.

The pastry offering plays a key role in the guest journey, from beautifully executed desserts to seasonal creations that reflect the restaurant's commitment to excellence.

The role

As Pastry Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running your section within the Pastry Kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of preparation, presentation, and service.Working closely with the Pastry Sous Chef and wider culinary team, you will contribute to the development and execution of desserts while maintaining the quality and creativity expected within a Michelin starred environment.

This role is ideal for a talented pastry professional looking to take ownership of a section and further develop their skills within one of London's leading luxury hospitality destinations.

What you will do

• Lead the day to day operation of your designated pastry section
• Prepare, produce, and present desserts to the highest standards of quality and consistency
• Maintain exceptional standards of organisation, cleanliness, and food safety
• Support menu development through creativity and attention to detail
• Manage mise en place, stock rotation, and ingredient control within your section
• Work closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure seamless service
• Support the training and development of junior pastry chefs
• Maintain Four Seasons and Pavyllon culinary standards at all times

What we are looking for

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie within a quality driven kitchen
• Experience within fine dining, luxury hospitality, or Michelin starred environments is advantageous
• Passion for pastry, ingredients, and craftsmanship
• Strong technical pastry skills and understanding of classical techniques
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
• Positive attitude and collaborative approach to teamwork
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast paced service environment
• Right to Work in the UK

What to expect

• Full time position based on a 40 hour working week
• Five shifts per week across a rotating schedule
• Flexibility required across mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays

What we offer

• £48,600 total compensation inclusive of salary and Food and Beverage service charge
• Structured 40 hour working week
• Excellent training and clearly defined career development pathways
• Strong internal progression opportunities across London and the global Four Seasons portfolio
• Holiday entitlement increasing with service up to 33 days
• Company Sick Pay, increasing with service
• Life insurance while on duty
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide, in