We are recruiting for a talented and motivated Chef de Partie – Pastry to join the culinary team at our luxury hotel. This is a full‑time position, ideal for someone with previous experience in a four‑ or five‑star hotel or fine dining environment. You should be able to effectively work as part of a fast‑paced team and have excellent communication and organisational skills.
You will report directly to the Head Pastry Chef.
Location: Kensington, London
Employment Type: Full time
Working pattern: 5 days per week / Shift work / Monday to Sunday
Salary: 31,000 per annum + service charge
Key Responsibilities of Pastry Chef de Partie
- Set up and run the pastry section efficiently and independently.
- Assist the senior chef with day‑to‑day pastry operations.
- Prepare and present high‑quality desserts for à la carte, banqueting, and afternoon tea service.
- Ensure consistency and quality across all pastry offerings.
- Train and mentor junior pastry staff, sharing skills and supporting development.
- Maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness and organisation in your section.
- Conduct ordering and stock rotation for your area of responsibility.
- Always uphold food safety and hygiene standards.
What Are We Looking For?
- Proven experience in pastry and dessert preparation in a fine dining or luxury hotel environment
- Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary pastry techniques
- Creativity and attention to detail in presentation and flavour
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards
- Excellent time‑management and clean, organised work habits
- Collaborative attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to food safety, hygiene regulations, and allergen awareness
- Genuine passion for pastry and delighting guests through beautiful and innovative desserts
What is 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
- Recommend‑a‑friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600
- Enhanced paid maternity and 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
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Monthly hotel recognition events and hotel‑based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter)
- Social and team‑building events per hotel
- Global Employee Appreciation Party to celebrate our 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.
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