Senior Pastry Chef de Partie

Four Seasons Hotel; London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in London is seeking a Senior Pastry Chef de Partie to lead the pastry kitchen, working under the Executive Chef. This role requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in a fine dining or Michelin-starred kitchen. The position offers a competitive package of £51,000 plus benefits, including training, career development, and complimentary hotel stays worldwide.

Benefits

Salary package with bonus opportunity

Comprehensive training and development

Complimentary hotel stays

Free meals while on duty

Life insurance and holiday entitlement

Cycle to work scheme

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie in a luxury environment, ideally in a Michelin-starred kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of Food Safety, HACCP, and COSHH.
• Proven ability to lead effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the pastry section and support junior team members.
• Ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to innovate and refine pastry offerings.

Skills

Food Safety knowledge

Excellent teamwork

Communication skills

Planning and organizing

Education

Food Hygiene qualification (CIEH or equivalent)

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Surrounded by the capital’s greenery and most coveted shopping streets, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane seamlessly balances award-winning design with the city’s high notes. Take in views of Hyde Park from sun-drenched rooms and our rooftop spa, enjoy a leisurely meal on our one-of-a-kind al fresco terrace, then stroll to explore London’s famous sights.

Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane are looking for a Senior Pastry Chef de Partie to join the Pavyllon team.

Are you passionate about pastry and ready to take your career to the next level? Join the award-winning team atPavyllon, the Michelin-starred restaurant by Chef Yannick Alléno, located within the iconicFour Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane.

The Role:

AsSenior Pastry Chef de Partie, you will play a key role in the daily operations of our pastry kitchen. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will lead the preparation and production of exquisite desserts and pastry items, ensuring the highest standards of quality and presentation.

What you will do:

• Oversee the pastry section and support junior team members

• Ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations

• Maintain compliance with Food Safety, HACCP, and COSHH standards

• Collaborate with the culinary team to innovate and refine pastry offerings

• Uphold Four Seasons’ commitment to excellence and guest satisfaction

What you bring:

• Minimum1 year of experienceas a Pastry Chef de Partie in a luxury or fine dining environment, ideally in a Michelin-starred kitchen

• Strong knowledge ofFood Safety, HACCP, and COSHH

• Food Hygiene qualification(CIEH or equivalent)

• Excellentteamwork and communicationskills

• Proven ability toplan, organise, and leadeffectively

• All candidates must hold the Right to Work in the UK

Just some of the benefits Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane employees enjoy:

• £51,000 package made of salary (£37,000) and F&B service charge(estimated £14,000)

• Up to 5% of your salary per annum as a bonus.

• Excellent Training and Career Development opportunities

• Up to 20 complimentary nights at any Four Seasons Hotels or Resort around the world with years of service.

• Free meals at Zest while on duty including fruits, coffee/tea and ice cream available throughout the day

• Holiday entitlement increases with years of service up to 33 days off

• Free Life Insurance while on duty.

• Opportunities to build a successful career with global potential

• Season Ticket Loan & cycle to work scheme

• Free Uniform dry cleaning available

• Employee Experience: Annual Themed Employee Party and many social, charitable and sporting events throughout the year.

• Access toWagestream– a salary advance benefit

• Employee Recognition Programmes

• &many, many more surprises to discover!

We look forward to receiving your application!