Pastry Chef de Partie

4 AA Red Star Luxury Hotel | 2 AA Rosette Restaurant

Lavenham, Suffolk

Up to £32,000 per annum + Tronc
40–45 Hours per Week | Live-In Available | Luxury Hotel & Spa

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join the kitchen brigade at one of Suffolk's most prestigious luxury hotels.

Awarded 4 AA Red Stars, this beautiful historic hotel is home to an acclaimed 2 AA Rosette restaurant, combining elegant dining, luxury accommodation and an award-winning spa within one of England's finest medieval villages. As part of a respected independent collection of hotels, this is an outstanding opportunity to develop your pastry career within a quality-driven kitchen that values creativity, craftsmanship and progression.

The Kitchen

The pastry section plays a central role in the guest experience, producing everything from refined desserts and artisan breads to elegant afternoon teas, speciality cakes and seasonal pastries.

Working closely with the Head Chef and wider brigade, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity while maintaining the consistently high standards expected within an award-winning luxury hotel.

The Role

As Pastry Chef de Partie, you will take ownership of the pastry section while supporting pastry production throughout the hotel.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing exceptional desserts, pastries and bakery products to a consistently high standard
Producing signature afternoon teas, speciality cakes and seasonal desserts
Baking breads, pastries and viennoiserie
Managing your section during preparation and service
Assisting with recipe development and seasonal menu changes
Maintaining excellent food safety, hygiene and organisation
Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering
Supporting the wider kitchen team during busy periods

This is an excellent opportunity for a pastry chef looking to refine their skills within a supportive, professional and quality-led brigade.

About You

Current Pastry Chef de Partie or strong Demi Pastry Chef de Partie ready to step up
Previous experience within quality hotels, restaurants or Rosette-level kitchens
Passion for pastry, baking and seasonal ingredients
Strong attention to detail and presentation
Organised, reliable and calm under pressure
Positive attitude with a genuine desire to continue learning and developing
A team player who enjoys contributing to a collaborative kitchen environment

The Package

Up to £32,000 per annum (Paid Hourly)
Share of Tronc (approximately £100 per month)
40–45 hour working week
Live-in accommodation available (£70 per week, including two meals per day)
28 days annual leave
Company pension scheme
Tailored induction and ongoing training programme
Genuine career progression within an established luxury hotel collection
50% discount across hotel restaurants
Discounted overnight stays throughout the hotel collection
50% discount on spa treatments and retail products
Complimentary golf at the group's championship golf course
Hospitality Action Employee Assistance Programme
Employee retail discount scheme

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Suffolk's most respected luxury hotels while developing your pastry career within an award-winning kitchen.

Offering the chance to work in a 4 AA Red Star hotel with a 2 AA Rosette restaurant, affordable live-in accommodation, excellent employee benefits and genuine opportunities for progression, this role is ideal for an ambitious pastry chef looking to build a long-term career within luxury hospitality.