Name: Brandkits
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Job Description

Chef de Partie – Join Our Exciting New Neighbourhood Restaurant

We’re looking for a talented and passionate Pastry Chef de Partie to join our growing team. As part of our kitchen team, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional, seasonal dishes from day one.

As a part-time Pastry Chef de Partie, you’ll be responsible for managing your section of the kitchen, ensuring that every dish is prepared to the highest standards and delivered promptly. You’ll work closely with the Head Pastry Chef and Sous Chefs to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen, maintaining consistency in quality, and working efficiently during service. Given that this is a neighbourhood restaurant with a strong focus on team growth, you’ll also have the opportunity to help shape the menu and contribute your ideas from the very beginning.

We’re looking for someone with at least three years’ experience in a professional kitchen, with a solid understanding of pastry techniques and their application. Confidence in ice creams and sorbets is important, and experience with laminated pastry and sourdough would be a real bonus.

You’ll be someone who can work independently, learns quickly, and brings both flair and care to your work. A genuine excitement for working with great produce is essential. Just as importantly, you’ll be joining a kind, supportive team that’s open to new ideas and committed to development.

Located in the heart of Chingford, just minutes from the Overground and Epping Forest, this is the perfect opportunity for someone who loves working in a creative, team-focused environment, and enjoys the balance of city convenience and the charm of a quiet neighbourhood.

Job Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

We’re after a Part time Pastry Chef de Partie who brings energy, skill, and passion to their role. You’ll need to be:

Experience & Skills:

Culinary Expertise: Proven experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or in a similar kitchen role, with a solid understanding of different cooking techniques and pastry technique.
Menu Execution: Ability to follow recipes and menus closely, ensuring consistency in quality, taste, and presentation.
Section Management: Experience managing the section and keeping it organised and running efficiently during service.
Food Safety & Hygiene: A solid understanding of food safety standards and hygiene practices, with the ability to maintain a clean and organised work environment.
Team Collaboration: Ability to work closely with the Head Chef, Sous Chefs, and other team members to ensure a smooth and coordinated kitchen operation.
Stock Management: Assisting with stock control, ensuring ingredients are stored properly and used within their shelf life, and helping with stock takes.

Personality & Values:

Passionate About Food: Loves working with fresh, seasonal ingredients and takes pride in creating beautiful, high-quality dishes.
Calm Under Pressure: Works efficiently in a fast-paced environment, maintaining focus during busy service periods.
Team Player: Works well with others, helping the team to meet service goals while maintaining a positive and supportive atmosphere.
Detail-Oriented: Pays close attention to presentation, portioning, and flavour, ensuring every dish that leaves the kitchen is perfect.
Positive Attitude: Enjoys learning and growing within the kitchen and approaches challenges with a can-do attitude.

This is a unique opportunity to join an exciting venture that has gained a Bib Gourmand within 6 months of opening with a kitchen team that has been with us from the start. If you're passionate about cooking, looking to develop your skills in a creative environment, and want to be part of a supportive team in a neighbourhood restaurant, we’d love to hear from you.