Pastry Chef De Partie

C&E-Recruitmen; Windsor; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £30k

Stay discounts

Family rates

Wellbeing credits

Maternity/Paternity

Team events

Training & development

Free meals on duty

On-site parking

Employee wellbeing

Job summary

Luxury Hotel Windsor is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef de Partie to join our pre-opening luxury hotel kitchen. You will own a pastry section, producing desserts and pastries that reflect our commitment to quality, seasonality and locally sourced ingredients, while guiding junior team members and supporting the overall pastry operation.

In a fast-paced, high-standard environment, you will collaborate with the senior pastry team to ensure flawless presentation, consistency and service during

Qualifications

• Experience as Pastry Chef de Partie or Pastry Commis in a hotel, restaurant, or pastry kitchen.
• Ability to lead a pastry section during busy service.
• Strong knowledge of pastries, desserts and sweet creations.
• Passion for high-quality pastry and presentation.
• Solid food hygiene, kitchen safety and stock control knowledge.
• Calm, organised and professional under pressure.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.
• Willingness to develop junior team members.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your pastry section in a fast-paced kitchen and deliver high-quality desserts.
• Collaborate with senior pastry and kitchen teams to maintain standards.
• Support junior team members during busy periods.

Job description

Pastry Chef de Partie - Luxury Hotel, Windsor

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Pastry Chef de Partie to join a luxury hotel in Windsor, ahead of an exciting new restaurant and bar launch. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-profile refurbishment, working within a talented pastry and kitchen team that is shaping a refined, high-quality dining experience from pre-opening through to launch and beyond.

As Pastry Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of your section within a fast-paced, high-quality pastry kitchen, producing consistently excellent desserts, pastries and sweet creations that reflect the hotel's commitment to quality, seasonality and locally sourced produce. You will work closely with the senior pastry and kitchen team to maintain exceptional standards of preparation, presentation and service, while supporting junior members of the team during busy periods.

The Perks

As Pastry Chef de Partie you can expect the following:

• £30,000 basic salary plus TRONC


• Complimentary and discounted stays across the hotel group


• Preferential rates for friends and family


• Access to a premium benefits platform with wellness credit


• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages


• Loyalty rewards and regular team events


• Extensive training and development opportunities


• Employee wellbeing support services


• Free meals on duty


• On-site parking

The Place

A luxury hotel in Windsor undergoing significant investment, including a new restaurant and bar concept focused on heritage, seasonality and locally sourced produce. The property is entering an exciting new chapter, offering a refined yet welcoming environment for both guests and the team.

Part of a respected, family-owned collection, the hotel is known for its commitment to excellence, people development and creating a strong, supportive culture.

The Person

The successful Pastry Chef de Partie will have the following:

• Previous experience as a Pastry Commis Chef or Pastry Chef de Partie within a quality kitchen, hotel, restaurant or pastry environment


• Ability to confidently manage a pastry section during busy service


• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, desserts, cakes and sweet creations


• A passion for high-quality pastry and consistent presentation


• Strong understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety and stock control procedures


• Calm, organised and professional approach under pressure


• Strong attention to detail and high personal standards


• Excellent teamwork and communication skills


• A willingness to learn, develop and support junior members of the team


• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays


• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred