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Pastry Chef de Partie
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Pastry Chef de Partie (CDP) - Luxury 5-Star Hotel Recruiter: Berkeley Scott Location: Kensington, West London Salary: £40,500 per annum + Service Charge (Tronc) Hours: 40 hours per week (8-hour shifts) Contract:…
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Kensington
£40.5k per year + Services Charge USD / Year
Posted 4 weeks ago
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Pastry Chef de Partie (CDP) – Luxury 5-Star Hotel
Recruiter: Berkeley Scott
Location: Kensington, West London
Salary: £40,500 per annum + Service Charge (Tronc)
Hours: 40 hours per week (8-hour shifts)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Kensington, West London
Salary: £40,500 per annum + Service Charge (Tronc)
Hours: 40 hours per week (8-hour shifts)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
Berkeley Scott is delighted to partner with one of London’s most prestigious and iconic independent 5-star hotels located in the heart of Kensington. Known for its incredible views, world-class afternoon tea, and high-volume premium banqueting, this property is seeking a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join their renowned pastry kitchen.
This hotel is celebrated not just for its luxury, but for its fantastic team culture and commitment to staff well-being. If you are a pastry chef looking for a structured work-life balance, a supportive brigade, and genuine room for career progression, this is the perfect career move.
What’s in it for you?
- Real Work-Life Balance: A genuine 40-hour contract working structured 8-hour shifts.
- Fantastic Earning Potential: A strong base salary of £40,500 plus a share of the service charge.
- Career Growth: The Head Chef is passionate about internal promotion and mentoring talent for future Senior CDP and Sous Chef roles.
- Great Environment: Work in a large, modern, and brilliantly equipped pastry kitchen with a highly collaborative team.
Your Role as Pastry CDP
- Manage a designated section within the pastry kitchen, overseeing the production of high-end afternoon teas, restaurant desserts, and luxury banqueting.
- Ensure impeccable presentation, consistency, and attention to detail across all sweet offerings.
- Support the Head Pastry Chef in training and developing Commis Chefs and apprentices.
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organization.
What We Are Looking For
- Current or recent experience as a Pastry Demi-CDP or CDP within a high-quality environment (5-star hotel, luxury event catering, or premium rosette restaurant).
- Strong foundational skills in pastry, chocolate, baking, and plating.
- A positive, team-focused attitude with a desire to learn and grow.
- Must have the legal right to work full-time in the UK.
Package & Benefits
- Competitive base salary of £40,500 per annum.
- Generous Service Charge / Tronc allocation.
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays).
- Complimentary meals on duty and provided/laundered uniform.
- Excellent hotel group benefits and discounts.
To Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a premium 5-star hospitality leader, apply today with your updated CV.
(Please note: Due to high volumes of applications, only shortlisted candidates with valid UK right-to-work will be contacted).