Pastry Chef de Partie - New Opening

Plaza Khao Gaeng; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch for 2 after probation

50% off dining at JKS restaurants

CODE App membership

Gym discount 25%+

24/7 Doctor & prescription services

Job summary

Chaiyo Restaurants, in partnership with JKS Restaurants, is seeking a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to lead pastry operations in a landmark fine dining Thai restaurant opening early 2027 in Central London. A minimum of pastry chef de partie experience in a fine dining or 5* hotel environment is required, with a passion for exceptional food and hospitality.

You will work in a quality kitchen, adhering to SOPs and Health & Safety procedures, delivering unforgettable dishes and supporting the

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie within a fine dining restaurant or 5* hotel.
• Experience working in a quality kitchen and adhering to SOPs and Health & Safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Create exceptional pastry dishes and contribute to an all-encapsulating dining experience.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and kitchen safety within a premium kitchen.

Skills

Pastry chef de Partie experience

Fine dining

Attention to detail

Job description

Salary - Up to £17 per hour

Schedule - Full Time

Experience - Previous experience as a Pastry Chef within a fine dining restaurant or 5* hotel

Chaiyo Restaurants, in partnership with JKS Restaurants, is seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Chef de Partie to help lead an extraordinary new chapter — a landmark fine dining Thai restaurant opening early 2027 in Central London.

If you're ready to be part of one of the most exciting new openings in London's culinary scene, working alongside a world-class team committed to delivering exceptional food and genuine Thai hospitality at the very highest level, we want to hear from you.

The Position

We're looking for an experienced Pastry Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team, creating exceptional dishes and delivering an all-encapsulating experience to our guests. You'll have experience working in a quality kitchen, adhering to standard operating and Health and Safety procedures. More importantly we are looking for people for as passionate about food and hospitality as we are!

If you have the following, then we want to hear from you:

• Prior experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie within a fine dining restaurant or 5* hotel environment;
• Eagerness to roll your sleeves up and get stuck in;
• A creative approach with impeccable attention to detail;
• Passion for about food and hospitality, along with the eagerness to continually learn;
• The desire to develop your career within an ambitious and trend-setting restaurant group

At Chaiyo, we believe in a culture that truly backs our people. Hospitality is a people industry, and we're committed to rewarding the hard work and loyalty that makes us who we are.

Award-Winning Workplace

• Recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026

Dining & Hospitality

• Lunch for 2 after probation
• Up to 50% off dining across JKS restaurants
• CODE App membership - Discount at some of the UK's best restaurants
• Discounted gym membership with up to 25% off at 4,000+ venues across the UK
• 24/7 Doctor & prescription services for peace of mind healthcare
• 8 free counselling sessions to support your mental wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support when you need it
• Health, legal, money and debt support services available

Entertainment

• Up to 55% off cinema tickets
• Up to 25% off UK attractions (London Eye, Thorpe Park, SEA LIFE, and more)
• Up to 15% cashback at 70+ major retailers across the UK
• Wagestream - stream a portion of your pay earlier when you need it
• Access to financial advice to help with your financial planning
• Company donations for your involvement with charities

Special Occasions & Recognition

• Wedding gift & newborn care package - celebrating your big occasions
• Staff parties & long service awards recognising your commitment
• Employee referral scheme - earn up to £600 per referral

The Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam, and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. Since its inception, the group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition, including 8 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands, a restaurant ranked among the World’s 100 Best Restaurants, and a spot in the Sunday Times Best 100 Places to Work 2026.

The JKS portfolio currently features Michelin-starred restaurants such as Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor, Legado and Ambassadors Clubhouse; along with cult favourites Hoppers, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar, and Bibi.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique opportunity to pursue a career in fine dining or to develop within trend-focused casual cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to advance their careers within a people-focused, collaborative hospitality group.