Hotel Café Royal is one of Londons most iconic luxury hotels, renowned for delivering exceptional guest experiences and world-class dining in the heart of Central London. The hotel offers an exquisite selection of culinary destinations across three restaurants and one bar, including the celebrated Cakes & Bubbles , created in partnership with Michelin-starred chef Albert Adri .
Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.Our award-winning pastry team produces outstanding creations for The Gallery, Café Royal Grill, Green Bar, banqueting operations, and bespoke special events , firmly establishing Hotel Café Royal as a premier destination for fine dining and patisserie excellence.The RoleWe are seeking a passionate and motivated Pastry Demi Chef de Partie to join our dynamic pastry brigade of nearly 20 talented pastry chefs and bakers . This role is ideal for a skilled pastry professional looking to further develop their craft within a luxury hotel environment.As Pastry Demi Chef de Partie, you will support the senior pastry chefs in the preparation and delivery of exceptional pastries, desserts, and bakery items, while also taking ownership of specific tasks and sections. You will demonstrate strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to the highest quality standards across all outlets.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist senior pastry chefs in the daily preparation and service of pastries, desserts, and bakery itemsTake responsibility for designated pastry tasks or sections, ensuring consistency and excellencePrepare and present dishes to the highest luxury and fine dining standardsSupport service across multiple outlets, including restaurants, bars, banqueting, and special eventsMaintain exceptional standards of food hygiene, health, and safety at all timesEnsure correct storage, labeling, and stock rotation of ingredientsWork collaboratively within the pastry team to ensure smooth kitchen operationsContribute positively to a professional, respectful, and supportive working environmentAbout YouPrevious experience as a Pastry Commis Chef or Pastry Demi Chef de Partie within a luxury hotel or fine dining establishmentStrong technical skills in pastry, desserts, bakery, and platingExcellent understanding of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and HACCP standardsHighly organized with strong attention to detailAble to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentStrong communication skills and a team-focused attitudeFlexible to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by hotel operationsThe BenefitsPay of up to £38,000 including service chargeAccess to heavily discounted friends and family rooms ratesTwo complimentary rooms nights per year (after 1 year of employment)Up to 50% colleagues discount in all our food and beverage outletsColleague wellness sessions xwzovoh in our Akasha spa each month including osteopath, podiatrist, yoga and fitness classes (as well as staff discounts on spa treatments)Regular social events, including our infamous Summer Party (August) and Black-Tie Annual Awards dinner (January)Christmas celebrations, including colleague lunch, childrens party and Christmas giftAutomatic membership of the companys life assurance scheme from day oneGenerous discounts on retail and dining in Central London through the West End Club appMental health support including Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health champions in all departmentsA variety of external benefits including gym discounts and free eye testsCycle to work scheme and season ticket loanA wide range of both internal and external training and development programmes to support all of our colleagues career progressionThe usual bits and bobs such as free meals on duty, uniform laundry, pension & holiday…