Pastry Chef de Partie
2 AA Rosette Country Estate | North Yorkshire
Up to £34,000 + Tips | Four-Day Week
5 AA Gold Star Country Retreat | Estate-to-Plate Dining | Exceptional Career Development
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join the award-winning kitchen at one of North Yorkshire's leading country estates.
Home to a 2 AA Rosette restaurant and a 5 AA Gold Star country retreat, this stunning destination is renowned for its estate-to-plate philosophy, creating Mediterranean-inspired seasonal menus using exceptional produce harvested from its own kitchen gardens alongside the very best local suppliers.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Pastry Chef de Partie looking to refine their skills within a quality-driven kitchen that genuinely invests in training, creativity and career progression.
The Venue
Set within the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside, this luxury estate offers relaxed yet refined dining, where sustainability and seasonality sit at the heart of every menu. The kitchen works closely with the estate's own kitchen gardens alongside trusted local producers, creating dishes that celebrate outstanding ingredients throughout the seasons.
You'll be joining a talented and supportive brigade where teamwork, development and attention to detail are fundamental to everything they do.
The Role
Working within the pastry section, you'll help produce exceptional desserts, breads and pastry creations while maintaining the consistently high standards expected of a 2 AA Rosette kitchen.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Producing high-quality desserts, pastries and baked goods
- Assisting with breads, petit fours and seasonal pastry items
- Working with exceptional produce from the estate's kitchen gardens and trusted local suppliers
- Maintaining consistently high standards of presentation and quality
- Assisting with stock control and minimising waste
- Supporting seasonal menu development with creative ideas
- Maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene
- Keeping the pastry section organised, clean and service-ready at all times
The Package
- Up to £34,000 salary
- Generous share of tips
- 48 hours over four days (4 days on / 3 days off)
- Additional days paid at a day rate
- Excellent work-life balance
- Free staff meals whilst on duty
- Employee discounts across the estate
- Discounted stays across the estate
- Company pension
- Free on-site parking
- Ongoing pastry training and development
- Genuine career progression within a growing luxury hospitality business
- Opportunity to work with exceptional estate-grown and locally sourced produce
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie within a quality fresh-food kitchen
- Experience working to at least 2 AA Rosette standard
- Excellent pastry skills with a passion for desserts, baking and seasonal produce
- Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation
- Level 2 or Level 3 Food Hygiene certification
- A positive, hardworking attitude with a genuine desire to continue learning and developing
- The ability to perform calmly and consistently during busy services
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Pastry Chef De Partie employer: Knekt Hub Ltd
Knekt Hub Ltd. is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work as an Estate Head Chef in a prestigious Hertfordshire private estate. With a focus on culinary excellence and creativity, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values innovation and teamwork, while enjoying benefits such as live-in accommodation and performance bonuses. The company is committed to employee growth, providing opportunities for professional development and the chance to lead a talented brigade in a vibrant and dynamic environment.
