Pastry Demi Chef de Partie – fixed term contract

Harrods; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Harrods benefits

Tronc payout

Job summary

Harrods is recruiting a Pastry Demi Chef de Partie for the Production Kitchens on a fixed-term basis, finishing July 2027. You will prepare a wide range of patisserie items, working with award-winning pastry teams to uphold Harrods’ exacting standards and maintain food safety, quality, and presentation throughout production.

You will support the section, manage stock, assist with ordering, and ensure correct storage, labelling and rotation of ingredients.

Qualifications

• Practical experience preparing high-quality patisserie products.
• Strong technical pastry skills and knowledge of ingredients, methods and presentation.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, allergen controls and stock rotation.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail across production, presentation and records.
• Ability to support, guide and motivate team members.
• Good PC literacy and ability to complete operational documentation.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and producing patisserie products to specification, quality and presentation standards.
• Support Chef de Partie with day-to-day running of the section; monitor stock and assist with planning and ordering.
• Ensure ingredients and finished products are stored, labelled and rotated correctly.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and sanitation.
• Minimise waste by following recipes, portion controls and production requirements.
• Keep section clean, organised and ready for service.

Skills

Patisserie

Pastry skills

Food safety

Allergens

Time management

Leadership

Documentation

Job description

We’re currently recruiting for an Pastry Demi Chef de Partie to join our excellent Production Kitchens team on a fixed-term basis. Working alongside our skilled pastry chefs, you’ll help create exceptional patisserie products for our world-renowned Food Halls and ensure every item meets Harrods’ exacting standards.

You’ll enjoy a competitive salary of £35,259 + tronc*, along with access to our renowned Harrods benefits, including generous discounts across our stores and restaurants.

Please note, this is a fixed-term contract finishing in July 2027.

About the Role

As a Pastry Demi Chef de Partie, you’ll be an integral part of our Production Kitchens, helping to prepare an extensive range of high-quality pastries and desserts for our customers to enjoy.

Working closely with our award-winning Head Pastry Chefs, Chef de Partie, and wider pastry team, you’ll support the effective running of your section. You’ll maintain consistently high standards of quality, presentation, food safety, and organisation throughout each stage of production.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and producing patisserie products to the required specification, quality, and presentation standards.
• Supporting the Chef de Partie with the efficient day-to-day running of the section. Monitoring stock levels and assisting with stock planning and ordering.
• Ensuring ingredients and finished products are stored, labelled, and rotated correctly.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation.
• Minimising waste by following recipes, portion controls, and production requirements accurately.
• Keeping your section clean, organised, and ready for service.

This is a fully on-site role, working five days out of seven.

About You

You’ll be a skilled pastry professional with experience gained within a five-star hotel, luxury patisserie, fine-dining kitchen, or another high-quality pastry environment. You’ll have a genuine passion for patisserie and take pride in producing consistently exceptional work.

You’ll also be a supportive team member who communicates clearly and sets a positive example for others.

You will bring:

• Practical experience preparing high-quality patisserie products.
• Strong technical pastry skills and knowledge of ingredients, methods, and presentation.
• A thorough understanding of food safety, hygiene, allergen controls, and stock rotation.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
• Consistent attention to detail across production, presentation, and record-keeping.
• The confidence to support, guide, and motivate other members of the team.
• Good PC literacy and the ability to complete relevant operational documentation.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and a destination for some of the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Behind that experience are our specialist Production Kitchens, where talented teams combine expertise, precision, and creativity to produce exceptional food at scale. Every product is made with care and reflects the quality, attention to detail, and craftsmanship our customers expect from Harrods.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers, and we will do something remarkable for you. You will join a welcoming and supportive environment where you can develop your leadership capabilities, strengthen your technical expertise, and build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business.

Uniquely You

While our job adverts outline the qualities, skills, and experience we are ideally looking for, we believe in potential and value the individual strengths each person brings. If you meet the majority of the requirements and have the experience and enthusiasm to thrive in this role.

At Harrods, we believe the personality and authenticity of our people set us apart. We welcome applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences, and we are proud to create an environment where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

To discover more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn or follow @togetherharrods on Instagram.

*The amount of tronc you receive will vary and is not guaranteed by either Harrods Ltd or the Troncmaster. However, the Troncmaster will always distribute 100% of the funds available each period in accordance with the Rules, a copy of which will be provided to all members.

Additional Information

Time Type

Fixed Term - Estates (Fixed Term)

Department

Pastry Production Kitchen (Luca Pagos)