Job Description
Pastry Chef de Partie
Location: St Albans | Sector: Hospitality | Contract: Full-Time
Are you a creative and passionate Pastry Chef looking to elevate your career in a luxurious 4-star countryside hotel? Quest Employment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of one of Hertfordshires premier hotels, set in the scenic surroundings of St Albans.
This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your culinary flair across a range of kitchen operations including la carte brasserie service, banqueting, conferences, and bespoke events. As Pastry Chef de Partie, youll join a dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation.
?? What You'll Be Doing:
1. Designing and developing exquisite desserts, pastries, and baked goods that wow both taste buds and eyes
2. Preparing a wide variety of pastries, cakes, and artisanal breads with precision and consistency
3. Crafting beautiful, on-trend plating with icings, sauces, garnishes, and decorative finishes
4. Collaborating on exciting new menu ideas and seasonal offerings
5. Conducting stock checks, managing ingredient orders, and ensuring accurate record-keeping
6. Weighing and measuring ingredients to exact standards for top-tier results
7. Operating a wide range of kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
8. Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and...