Pastry - Chef De Partie

Join to apply for the Pastry - Chef De Partie role at Heckfield Place. Heckfield Place is a beautifully restored hotel on a 400-acre farm in the county of Hampshire, just outside of London. The kitchen sources some of its produce from our biodynamic market garden on site, and chefs take regular tours of the farm to draw inspiration from what they see growing. The kitchen is currently looking for a Pastry Chef De Partie to join our dynamic pastry kitchen. Most of our desserts are created to showcase the fruits, flowers, and fragrant leaves from the farm, and our paired back approach to afternoon tea allows us to serve simple cakes, which are made fresh daily. We make all our own naturally leavened sourdough bread, as well as a small selection of handmade pastries for breakfast. Position responsibilities include but aren't limited to: The preparation of desserts, bread, and ice cream for the restaurant as well as the execution of desserts during service. The preparation of simple cakes afternoon tea. The preparation of homemade room service offerings. The ability to work efficiently and carefully to maintain the high quality and consistency required in our kitchen. The ability to handle quality ingredients with care and attention. The ability to adapt to a changing menu and be open to critical feedback. Have an open schedule that allows you to work evenings and weekends. Benefits: Salary £30,817.50 per annum Tronc (Allocation for 2024 was £7,800+ per annum / per person based on full time hours) Increased holiday allowance Vitality healthcare cover Employee assistance programme Life assurance scheme (from day one, covering up to 2x your annual salary) 50% F&B discount when dining in our restaurants Company sick pay Enhanced maternity pay Enhanced paternity pay Recruit a Friend bonus (£1000) Monthly employee recognition scheme Annual employee parties Free staff meals Daily briefings with the team, including food tasting - opportunities to work with the Home Farm 50% discount on Wildsmith Skin products Heckfield Plus - online discounts New baby gift Christmas gift The ideal person will have a passion for working seasonally and be opened to learning new styles and techniques. At Heckfield we pride ourselves on providing training, development and a chance to progress within the company. If you would like to work in a collaborative and creative environment, please apply now. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Restaurants #J-18808-Ljbffr