Pastry Chef de Partie

Ottolenghi Spitalfields; East London; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary scene is seeking a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role offers the chance to take ownership of your section, contribute to menu development, and ensure the highest quality of pastries and desserts. The ideal candidate will be passionate about pastry, with a keen eye for detail and creativity. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a renowned kitchen, where your contributions will help shape the culinary experience. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a strong background in pastry, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Passionate about pastry with strong attention to detail.
• Experienced in a high-quality, fast-paced pastry kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present a variety of pastries and desserts.
• Manage your section efficiently and maintain cleanliness.
• Support and mentor junior pastry chefs.

Skills

Pastry preparation

Baking

Recipe development

Food safety and hygiene

Team collaboration

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Experience in pastry kitchen

Job description

Ottolenghi is well-known for its loyal following and a reputation for offering exceptional Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Our beautiful venue in Spitalfields is seeking a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join our warm and welcoming back of house team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your section in a dynamic kitchen, contribute to menu development, and help deliver the Ottolenghi experience.

As a Pastry Chef de Partie at Ottolenghi Spitalfields, you will:

• Prepare, bake, and present a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods to the highest standards
• Work closely with the Head Pastry Chef to develop and refine recipes, ensuring consistency and creativity in our pastry offerings
• Manage your section efficiently, maintaining a well-organised and clean workspace
• Ensure all pastries and desserts meet our quality and presentation standards before leaving the kitchen
• Assist in stock control, ordering, and minimizing food waste
• Support and mentor junior pastry chefs and kitchen staff
• Maintain excellent food safety and hygiene practices at all times

The ideal Pastry Chef de Partie will be:

• Passionate about pastry and baking, with a strong attention to detail and creativity
• A dedicated team player who thrives in a collaborative kitchen environment
• Experienced in a similar role, ideally in a high-quality, fast-paced pastry kitchen
• Confident in managing their section, ensuring precision and consistency
• Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene standards, maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness

If you’re a passionate and skilled pastry chef looking for an exciting opportunity to grow within a renowned kitchen, we’d love to hear from you!