Pastry Demi Chef De Partie

Nobu Hotel Portman Square; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality brand in Greater London is seeking a Pastry Demi Chef De Partie to uphold the highest kitchen standards and assist in creating exceptional pastry dishes. The ideal candidate will have experience in upscale kitchens and be creative in menu development. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean work environment, managing junior staff, and ensuring that all dishes meet presentation standards. The position offers a supportive team culture and various benefits aimed at employee wellness.

Benefits

£1000 Refer a Friend Scheme

Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties

Free meals whilst on duty

Cycle to Work Scheme

Up to 33 holiday days through length of service

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-standard kitchen, preferably in pastry.
• Understanding of menu offerings and presentation standards.
• Ability to innovate and propose new dishes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen standards and hygiene practices.
• Assist in pastry preparation and menu execution.
• Oversee junior staff and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Pastry preparation skills

Attention to detail

Health and safety compliance

Team leadership

Creativity in menu development

Job description

Job Ref: NOB2501 Branch: Nobu Hotel London Portman Square Location: London Portman Square, West London Salary/Benefits: Salary £31,000 including Tronc Service Charge and Benefits Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 40 hours per week Posted date: 04/12/2025 Closing date: 17/01/2026

THE ROLE

As Pastry Demi Chef De Partie you will be responsible for maintaining the highest level of standards in the kitchen and assisting with the execution and delivery of all pastry dishes. Your tasks will include but will not be limited to:

• To assist the Pastry CDP in creating a highly regarded kitchen environment which meets the Nobu standards and expectations.
• To maintain a clean and tidy kitchen with regular stock checks, labelling, audits, equipment checks, and adhering to all health and safety requirements.
• To manage and oversee the smooth running of your section.
• To ensure yourself and junior staff have a comprehensive understanding of the full menu offering.
• To ensure all dishes are prepared and created to the highest standard with the utmost care in presentation.
• To be innovative in your cooking style and to offer ideas on new dishes or specials that could enhance the menu.
• To be an ambassador for Nobu as well as a leader who embodies our values and commitment to our teams.

BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

• £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
• 2 Hotel-wide social events a year including Employee Awards night
• Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties Worldwide
• Discounted Pilates classes and Wellness treatments
• Opportunities to progress within our hotel and the wider portfolio
• Mental Health First Aiders within the team
• Access to Hospitality Action
• Up to 33 holiday days through length of service (25 days for those on 4 on 4 off)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Discounts off all food and beverage
• Free meals whilst on duty (also beverages including tea/coffee/cold drinks)
• Flu Vaccinations
• Wellness initiatives

Nobu Hotels effortlessly blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Filled with cutting-edge design and stunning spaces, Nobu Hotels provides remarkable hospitable service and an unparalleled experience like nothing before. Helming from world renowned Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, the Nobu Hotels concept is a remarkable conjunction of exquisite cuisine, innovation and creativity.

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square features 249 guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom and meeting spaces beautifully conceptualised by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio, in conjunction with Make Architects.

We are looking for great people that embody our core values of Kokoro, Smile, Family & Crafted.

You will share our passion, deliver quality results and have the courage to be different and creative within your specialism.