Pastry Demi Chef de Partie

Hospitaliti; Firenze; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Employee discount for stays

Dry cleaning for uniforms

Employee meals

Staff accommodation

Job summary

Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is seeking a talented Pastry Demi Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in Florence. You will help create exquisite desserts for our restaurants, banquets, and events, working alongside experienced chefs in a luxury setting.

You will support pastry operations, maintain high standards of quality and hygiene, and contribute to delivering exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of pastry, culinary, or related kitchen experience.
• Passion for pastry, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with professional kitchen equipment and food prep techniques.
• Good communication with fluency in Italian; English an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality pastries, desserts, and bakery items according to Four Seasons recipes.
• Support daily pastry operations, including mise en place and station setup for restaurant and banquets.
• Assist the Pastry Chef de Partie in supervising and training team members.
• Ensure safe storage, stock rotation, and hygiene standards are met.
• Operate pastry kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with special requests and support other kitchen areas as needed.

Skills

Pastry experience

Italian fluency

Team player

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

An urban retreat steeped in historic beauty. Stroll the city’s biggest private garden – a tranquil haven of statues, fountains and centuries-old trees – or retire to your suite where frescoes line the walls amid original architectural features. Our historic Hotel, with its Michelin-starred Italian restaurant and a locally inspired Spa where you can spend afternoons in pure indulgence, is just steps away from the cultural heart of Florence.

About the role

Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Demi Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. In this role, you will support the creation of exquisite desserts for our restaurants, banquets, and special events. Working alongside experienced chefs in one of Florence's most prestigious luxury hotels, you will contribute to delivering exceptional dining experiences while upholding the highest standards of quality, creativity, and craftsmanship.

What you will do

• Prepare and present high-quality pastries, desserts, and bakery items in line with Four Seasons standards and recipes.
• Support daily pastry operations, including mise en place, station set-up, and service for restaurant and banquet outlets.
• Assist the Pastry Chef de Partie in supervising, training, and motivating team members.
• Ensure proper food storage, stock rotation, waste control, and compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Operate and maintain pastry kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to the preparation of special requests and support other kitchen areas as needed.

What you bring

• At least 1 year of experience in a pastry, culinary, or related kitchen role.
• A passion for pastry, attention to detail and a commitment to delivering exceptional quality.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple tasks while maintaining high standards.
• Familiarity with professional kitchen equipment and food preparation techniques.
• Good communication skills, with fluency in Italian; knowledge of English is considered an asset.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities
• Employee Discount for stays at any Four Seasons worldwide
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Employee Meals
• Shared staff accommodation upon availability

Schedule & Hours

This is a full-time, fixed-term position. In this role, you will be required to work a rotating schedule, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, in line with operational needs. The position is at the C3 level of the Tourism Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL), with a starting gross annual salary aligned with the contract’s minimum standards and opportunities for growth based on experience. Experience in the hospitality industry is preferred.

Please see the full vacancy for the benefits offered by Four Seasons Hotel Firenze.