Pastry & Chocolate Chef de Partie

Maison Estelle; Witney; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Uniforms provided

Cycle to Work

Pension & life assurance

Job summary

Estelle Manor is seeking a Chef de Partie, Chocolatier to lead pastry and chocolate preparation within our rural Oxfordshire estate. You will deliver high-quality desserts, pralines and truffles while upholding the kitchen’s culinary vision.

You’ll contribute to menu development, maintain strong standards, and mentor junior chefs in a collaborative, fast-paced environment at our manor restaurants.

Qualifications

• Strong chocolate tempering and crystallisation knowledge.
• Skilled in moulding, enrobing, dipping and finishing.
• Produce pralines, bonbons, truffles, ganaches and chocolate bars.
• Knowledge of emulsions, caramels, fillings and decorations.
• Accurate recipe execution and consistent quality.
• Food hygiene, HACCP and allergen awareness.
• Chocolate storage, shelf-life and temperature control.
• Organise and run the chocolate section efficiently; support and supervise junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Involved in full preparation of all pastry and chocolate.
• Deliver delicious food and drink with high-quality ingredients.
• Support senior team with developing innovative menus.

Skills

Chocolate tempering

Moulding & enrobing

Pralines & bonbons

Ganaches & fillings

Decorations & emulsions

Food hygiene & HACCP

Job description

Estelle Manor is seeking a Chef de Partie, Chocolatier to lead pastry and chocolate preparation within our rural Oxfordshire estate. You will deliver high-quality desserts, pralines and truffles while upholding the kitchen’s culinary vision.

You’ll contribute to menu development, maintain strong standards, and mentor junior chefs in a collaborative, fast-paced environment at our manor restaurants.