Senior Pastry Chef de Partie
4 Red Star | 3 AA Rosette Country House Hotel
£35,000+ + Tips/Service Charge
48 Hours | Live-In Available
Location: Northamptonshire (near Kettering)
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An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Pastry Chef de Partie to join one of Northamptonshire’s most prestigious country house hotels, operating at 4 Red Star and 3 AA Rosette level.
Set within a Grade I-listed property, the hotel offers refined dining across a 3 Rosette fine dining restaurant and a relaxed brasserie, alongside weddings, private events and afternoon teas.
This is a key role within the kitchen, focused on leading pastry output across multiple outlets while maintaining consistency at Rosette standard.
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The Role
As Senior Pastry Chef de Partie, you will take a leading role within the pastry section, working closely with the senior team to deliver a refined and consistent offering.
You will:
* Run the pastry section across prep and service
* Produce high-quality plated desserts, breads, pastries and petit fours
* Support the development of seasonal dessert menus
* Maintain strong organisation, prep standards and mise en place
* Ensure consistency and presentation across all services
* Assist in training and supporting junior chefs within the section
* Work collaboratively across the brigade to deliver a seamless service
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The Kitchen
* 4 Red Star hotel
* 3 AA Rosette fine dining restaurant
* Modern British, seasonal cooking
* Multiple outlets including brasserie, events and afternoon tea
* Professional, structured brigade
* Recently modernised kitchen
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The Package
* £35,000+ base salary + tips/service charge
* 48-hour contract (10-hour shifts)
* Typically 5 days on, 2 days off (weekday focus)
* Live-in accommodation available (£75 per week, all-inclusive)
* 28 days holiday
* Staff meals on duty
* Company pension
* Employee discounts across hotel, spa and dining
* Free on-site parking
* Strong progression opportunities
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The Ideal Candidate
* Current Pastry Chef de Partie or Senior CDP level
* Experience within 2–3 AA Rosette or fine-dining kitchens
* Strong technical pastry skills and attention to detail
* Confident running a section independently
* Calm, organised and reliable in service
* Passionate about refined desserts and seasonal produce
* Positive, team-focused approach
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Why This Role
This is a strong opportunity to:
* Take a leading role within pastry at 3 Rosette level
* Work within a structured, high-standard kitchen
* Develop your skills across multiple service styles
* Join a well-respected country house hotel with a strong reputation
If you’re looking for a role that offers progression, stability and a step up in responsibility, this is an excellent next move.