Raffles London at The OWO on London's Whitehall, unites the allure and heritage of Raffles with one of the world's most historic addresses with a name is synonymous with luxury, glamour, and extraordinary adventure.
This fine Grade II* listed Edwardian building has been transformed with 120 rooms and suites along with a collection of 85 exceptional branded residences. Within The OWO destination there are a total of nine restaurants and three bars, including one by our signature chef Mauro Colagreco. The Guerlain spa and Pillar Wellness offer the latest in wellbeing, and a 600 seated-capacity grand ballroom, The Whitehall, is perfect for all kinds of special occasions and events.
Within these much-storied walls, where legendary statesmen and women once shaped the modern world, guests are now invited to discover new and inspiring emotions and connections.
An exceptional opportunity presents itself for a Pastry Chef de Partie to join the Food & Beverage Department at Raffles London at the OWO.
Reporting into Executive Pastry Chef, you will contribute a as junior leader to promote and exemplify our values and kitchen culture.
Overseeing a section of the daily business to ensure hygiene, food and service standards, culture and quality are always delivered. To undertake any specific function of any Raffles kitchens/ kitchen management as delegated by the Executive Pastry Chef and Senior Sous Chef/Sous Chef and/or Head Baker.
Understands that the pastry department work as one team to support and be directly responsible for the quality, production and service for pastry/dessert/bakery in all outlets within the hotel including but not limited to the restaurants, events, private dining and canteen.
Specifically, as the Pastry Chef de Partie your responsibility's will include:
Maintaining and running of section including the supervision of Demi Chef de Parties and commis on the section
Be environmentally conscious and works towards a low waste operation.
Contribute to the effective management of costs, zero waste factor.
working as required on a rota basis based on hotel, outlet and event hours of operation.
Ensuring that you are aware of and able to advise employees on the correct policies and procedures.
Providing constructive and corrective feedback to Demi Chef de Parties and Commis
Maintaining and running of kitchen in Sous chefs absence
Participating in the service in all kitchen outlets as business demands.
Supporting and checking that kitchen rotas meet demands of section business levels
Understanding and communicating with supervisors if there is a need for overtime on the section.
Working with, coaching and supporting the team members on the section.
Excellent leadership skills where a positive kitchen culture is created by strong values
Previous relevant experience as Chef de Partie in a luxury/Michelin star/5star environment.
A creative approach to the production of high-quality food
Not only will you be joining one of the world's best hotels you will also receive great benefits including:
~28 days holiday including bank holidays plus a day extra for every year of your service up to 5 years (35 Days).
~ Free dry cleaning for uniform.
~ Employer pension contribution of 3%
~ Enhanced sick pay.
~ Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
~ Life Assurance 1x salary
~ Employee assistance program, including virtual GP and financial advice.
~ Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme.
~ Fun-filled events, whether that's a pub quiz, team run or festive party.
~ Employee benefit card offering discounted rates of up to 30% at Accor worldwide and Raffles London F&B outlets.
~ Worldwide development opportunities across Accor's extensive brand portfolio.
Be You: Be creative, innovative, and enthusiastic, showing your personality and flair.