Pastry Chef de Partie

Hawksmoor Borough; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Tronc paid

Free team meals

50% off food

Income protection

Volunteer days

Early wage access

Referral bonuses

Savings on travel

Training & progression

Job summary

Hawksmoor is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef de Partie to lead the pastry section during prep and service. You will prepare and present desserts to Hawksmoor standards, manage mise en place, and maintain top cleanliness and safety.

You’ll guide Commis Chefs on the pastry section and work closely with senior chefs to ensure consistency and quality across all desserts.

Qualifications

• Experienced as a Chef de Partie within pastry.
• Passionate about baking, desserts and technical precision.
• Organised and calm during busy services.
• Detail-focused and committed to high standards.
• A supportive team player who enjoys developing others.
• Keen to continue growing within a professional kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Run the pastry section during prep and service.
• Prepare and present desserts to Hawksmoor standards.
• Manage mise en place and section organisation efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and cleanliness.
• Support and guide Commis Chefs on the pastry section.
• Work closely with senior chefs to ensure consistency and quality.

Skills

Pastry chef de Partie

Baking

Desserts

Technical precision

Team player

Job description

Pastry Chef de Partie

Since 2006, Hawksmoor has been the UK’s home of ethically sourced, grass-fed beef, cooked over charcoal and paired with award-winning wines and cocktails. We’re proud to be a certified B Corp, one of the most sustainable restaurant groups in the industry, and to have been recognised as one of the Best Companies to work for year after year.

What You’ll Do

• Run the pastry section during prep and service
• Prepare and present desserts to Hawksmoor standards
• Manage mise en place and section organisation efficiently
• Maintain high standards of food safety and cleanliness
• Support and guide Commis Chefs on the pastry section
• Work closely with senior chefs to ensure consistency and quality

Who You Are

• Experienced as a Chef de Partie within pastry
• Passionate about baking, desserts and technical precision
• Organised and calm during busy services
• Detail-focused and committed to high standards
• A supportive team player who enjoys developing others
• Keen to continue growing within a professional kitchen

Our Values

• Welcome Everyone - We create warm, inclusive spaces where people feel genuinely welcome.
• Work Hard and Be Nice to People - We set high standards and treat each other with kindness and respect.
• Hit Hawksmoor Standards - We care deeply about quality and consistency every day.
• Keep Evolving - We stay curious, open to feedback and always looking to improve.

Benefits

• Paid overtime on salaries
• Tronc paid for every hour you work, including holidays and breaks
• Free team meals on shift
• 50% off food at Hawksmoor for you and your loved ones
• Income protection and death in service cover
• Paid annual volunteer days
• Stream early wage access and financial wellbeing tools
• Referral bonuses from day one
• Exclusive savings on travel, shopping and experiences
• Restaurant welfare budget for snacks, drinks and support
• Full training and development with clear progression opportunities

We’re building a team that reflects the richness and diversity of the communities we serve. At Hawksmoor, we welcome everyone and believe in creating a workplace where individuality is celebrated, kindness is key and high standards are met together. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, please apply anyway. You might be exactly who we’re looking for.