Pastry Chef de Partie: Exquisite Desserts for Members

KOKO; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing platform

Birthday off

Staff meals on shift

Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Ticket access

Brand perks

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

The House of KOKO is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to lead a pastry section, crafting high-quality desserts and pastries for our restaurant, events and guests. You’ll work closely with senior chefs to maintain standards, accuracy and presentation across our live hospitality operation.

You’ll need strong pastry techniques, a passion for detail and the ability to work under pressure while developing new ideas and mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry chef roles at high-volume operations.
• Ability to manage a pastry section and deliver desserts to spec.
• Strong organisation, cleanliness and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Own your pastry section and plan preparation for service.
• Create and finish desserts and pastries to required recipes.
• Apply precision with ingredients, measurements and temps.
• Maintain dessert quality across service and events.
• Support menu development with seasonal ideas.
• Manage mise en place and prep to ensure smooth service.
• Follow safety, allergen handling and stock rotation.
• Communicate with the brigade and assist juniors.
• Stay calm and deliver desserts on time during busy services.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Attention to detail

Creativity

Time management

Team collaboration

Job description

The House of KOKO is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie to lead a pastry section, crafting high-quality desserts and pastries for our restaurant, events and guests. You’ll work closely with senior chefs to maintain standards, accuracy and presentation across our live hospitality operation.

You’ll need strong pastry techniques, a passion for detail and the ability to work under pressure while developing new ideas and mentoring junior team members.