Pastry Chef de Partie

Senior Pastry Chef de Partie

4 Red Star 3 AA Rosette Country House Hotel

35000 Tips/Service Charge
48 Hours Live-In Available

Location: Northamptonshire (near Kettering)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Pastry Chef de Partie to join one of Northamptonshires 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.

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

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

The Package

• 35000 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

The Ideal Candidate

• Current Pastry Chef de Partie or Senior CDP level
• Experience within 23 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

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 youre looking for a role that offers progression stability and a step up in responsibility this is an excellent next move.

Required Experience:

IC