Pastry Chef de Partie

Pastry Chef de Partie

4 AA Red Star Luxury Hotel 2 AA Rosette Restaurant

Lavenham Suffolk

Up to 32000 per annum Tronc
4045 Hours per Week Live-In Available Luxury Hotel & Spa

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join the kitchen brigade at one of Suffolks most prestigious luxury hotels.

Awarded 4 AA Red Stars this beautiful historic hotel is home to an acclaimed 2 AA Rosette restaurant combining elegant dining luxury accommodation and an award-winning spa within one of Englands finest medieval villages. As part of a respected independent collection of hotels this is an outstanding opportunity to develop your pastry career within a quality-driven kitchen that values creativity craftsmanship and progression.

The Kitchen

The pastry section plays a central role in the guest experience producing everything from refined desserts and artisan breads to elegant afternoon teas speciality cakes and seasonal pastries.

Working closely with the Head Chef and wider brigade youll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity while maintaining the consistently high standards expected within an award-winning luxury hotel.

The Role

As Pastry Chef de Partie you will take ownership of the pastry section while supporting pastry production throughout the hotel.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing exceptional desserts pastries and bakery products to a consistently high standard
• Producing signature afternoon teas speciality cakes and seasonal desserts
• Baking breads pastries and viennoiserie
• Managing your section during preparation and service
• Assisting with recipe development and seasonal menu changes
• Maintaining excellent food safety hygiene and organisation
• Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering
• Supporting the wider kitchen team during busy periods

This is an excellent opportunity for a pastry chef looking to refine their skills within a supportive professional and quality-led brigade.

About You

• Current Pastry Chef de Partie or strong Demi Pastry Chef de Partie ready to step up
• Previous experience within quality hotels restaurants or Rosette-level kitchens
• Passion for pastry baking and seasonal ingredients
• Strong attention to detail and presentation
• Organised reliable and calm under pressure
• Positive attitude with a genuine desire to continue learning and developing
• A team player who enjoys contributing to a collaborative kitchen environment

The Package

• Up to 32000 per annum (Paid Hourly)
• Share of Tronc (approximately 100 per month)
• 4045 hour working week
• Live-in accommodation available (70 per week including two meals per day)
• 28 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Tailored induction and ongoing training programme
• Genuine career progression within an established luxury hotel collection
• 50% discount across hotel restaurants
• Discounted overnight stays throughout the hotel collection
• 50% discount on spa treatments and retail products
• Complimentary golf at the groups championship golf course
• Hospitality Action Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee retail discount scheme

Why This Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Suffolks most respected luxury hotels while developing your pastry career within an award-winning kitchen.

Offering the chance to work in a 4 AA Red Star hotel with a 2 AA Rosette restaurant affordable live-in accommodation excellent employee benefits and genuine opportunities for progression this role is ideal for an ambitious pastry chef looking to build a long-term career within luxury hospitality.

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1