Pastry Chef de Partie – Michelin-Starred Modern British Restaurant | £32,000 + Tronc | 48 hrs | 3 Days Off
Location: Cumbria
Salary: £32,000 + tronc (DOE)
Hours: 48 hours per week | Paid overtime | 3 days off weekly
Accommodation: Temporary live-in available (minimal cost)
Restaurant: 1 Michelin Star | Modern British | Seasonal, produce-led
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About the Restaurant
This award-winning, Michelin-Star restaurant is set within a beautifully restored 17th-century inn in a Lake District village. Known for its refined, modern British cooking rooted in heritage, locality, and exceptional produce, the restaurant has built a national reputation for craftsmanship and creativity.
The pastry section plays a central role across tasting menus, à la carte dishes, petits fours, breads, and afternoon offerings. This is an outstanding environment for a pastry-led Chef de Partie ready to step into a kitchen performing at the highest level.
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The Role – Pastry Chef de Partie
You will take responsibility for the pastry section, delivering:
* Refined plated desserts for Michelin-star tasting menus
* Seasonal pastry elements, heritage-inspired bakes
* Ice creams, sorbets, gels, infusions
* Fresh breads and bakery items
* Petits fours and snacks
* Creative input into menu evolution
A perfect fit for a skilled Pastry CDP — or a strong Commis ready for a step up — who wants to grow in a focused, detail-driven environment.
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Key Responsibilities
* Run the pastry section day-to-day, maintaining impeccable organisation
* Produce desserts and pastry items that meet Michelin-level expectations
* Maintain consistent, high-quality mise en place and structured prep
* Collaborate with the senior team on new pastry concepts
* Uphold rigorous standards of hygiene, allergens, and documentation
* Assist with stock control, ordering, and correct storage
* Support the development of junior chefs within the section
* Contribute to smooth and coordinated service across the kitchen
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About You
* Experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or strong Commis in a Michelin or high-level AA Rosette environment
* Strong technical pastry skills and excellent attention to detail
* Passion for seasonal British produce and modern techniques
* Calm, organised, and disciplined under pressure
* Positive team player with a commitment to growth and learning
* Willingness to relocate to Cumbria (temporary accommodation available)
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Hours, Rota & Work-Life Balance
* 48-hour contract
* Paid overtime above contracted hours
* Three days off weekly:
o Monday OFF
o Tuesday OFF
o Plus one additional day OFF
* Wednesday prep days typically finishing around 5–6pm
* Additional annual closures:
o 2-week January shutdown
o 1-week August shutdown
o 2 further weeks of flexible leave
o Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & Boxing Day
One of the rare Michelin-Star kitchens offering a genuinely balanced rota.
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What’s on Offer
* £32,000 + tronc
* Paid overtime
* Temporary live-in accommodation (low cost)
* Uniform provided (except trousers & footwear)
* Staff meals, pension
* Supportive, humble and highly skilled senior team
* Michelin-Star development environment
* A stunning Lake District setting
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Apply Now
If you’re a talented pastry chef ready to sharpen your craft in a Michelin-Star kitchen with excellent work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact Jonny:
jonny@knekthub.com
0161 528 5555