Chef de Partie - Pastry

We are looking for an enthusiastic Chef de Partie - Pastry to join our family on a full-time basis. We are looking for someone who has a strong background in a culinary environment as a Pastry Chef de Partie with over 2 years experience. The ideal candidate would have the ability to confidently oversee specific kitchen sections and with a proven track record of upholding the highest standards of culinary excellence and contributing to the overall success of the dining experience.

This position reports to the Head Chef.

Location: The Rubens at the Palace, Victoria, London

Employment Type: Full-time

Working Pattern: Shift work (5 days on, 2 days off)

Salary: £30,000 per annum + service charge

Key Responsibilities of a Chef de Partie - Pastry:

• Organize and prepare your pastry section each day, ensuring all tools and ingredients are ready for service.
• Support senior chefs in the preparation and execution of desserts and pastries, ensuring high-quality results.
• Prepare a variety of sophisticated desserts for afternoon tea, ensuring they meet luxury hotel standards.
• Guide and train junior members of the team in pastry techniques and kitchen standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and adherence to health and safety regulations in your section.
• Keep your section clean, efficient, and well-stocked, ensuring smooth service.
• Manage inventory and order necessary ingredients, ensuring your section is always fully stocked with quality supplies.

What are we looking for?

• Over 2 years of experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie, with a strong background in high-end pastry production.
• Exceptional skills in pastry techniques including creating a range of desserts, pastries, and baked goods, with an emphasis on quality and creativity.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, guide, and support junior staff members in their pastry development.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage your section, including overseeing daily production, section ordering, and maintaining a clean, orderly workspace.
• Creativity and passion for pastry arts and an understanding of the luxurious expectations that come with a high-end hotel environment.
• Attention to detail in every aspect of pastry production, from presentation to taste.

What's in it for you?

• Holiday allowance starting at 20 days and increasing with length of service up to 27 days + 8 bank holidays.
• Excellent service charge added to your salary every month.
• Professional, award winning learning and development opportunities from day one.
• Fantastic recommend a friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600.
• Enhanced paid maternity leave & paternity leave.
• 50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets.
• Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels worldwide.
• Two paid volunteering days each year, because we care about our community.
• Access to immediate Employee Assistance Programme, because we care about our employees.
• Vibrant hotel recognition events every month and hotel-based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter).
• Social and team building events per hotel.
• Global Employee Appreciation Party, where we get to celebrate our incredible teams.
• Free meals on duty.
• Complimentary uniform and dry-cleaning services.

Red Carnation Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.