Jobs, fresher vacancy - Chef de Partie Pastry • Northamptonshire

Company: Knekt Hub

Northamptonshire

Pastry Chef de Partie – 4 Red Star, 3 AA Rosette Country House Hotel | £32,000 + Tips Location: Near Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: £32,000 per annum + tips/service charge Hours: Full-time | 48 hours per week | 10-hour shifts | 5 days on, 2 off Accommodation: Limited live-in may be available (approx. £75 per week, all-inclusive – subject to availability) About the Venue This Grade I-listed country house hotel is one of Northamptonshire’s most prestigious hospitality destinations, proudly holding 4 Red Stars and 3 AA Rosettes. Set amid beautiful parkland, it combines historic elegance with modern luxury. The hotel offers a 3 AA Rosette fine dining restaurant, a relaxed brasserie, elegant afternoon teas, weddings and private events. Desserts, breads, petits fours and pastry work are a key part of the guest experience, and standards are set accordingly high. With a talented brigade and a modern, well-equipped kitchen, this is an excellent opportunity for a Pastry Chef de Partie to develop within a serious, career-focused environment. The Opportunity As Pastry Chef de Partie, you will take responsibility for the pastry section, supporting the senior team in delivering consistently high standards across: Fine dining desserts Brasserie puddings Afternoon tea items Petits fours and event/buffet pastries You’ll work closely with the Head and Sous Chefs to refine techniques, contribute ideas, and ensure pastry plays a standout role in the overall offering. Your Responsibilities Prepare, cook and present desserts, pastries, breads and afternoon tea items to 3 Rosette standard Take ownership of the pastry section, maintaining organisation, mise en place and consistency Support service for both the fine dining restaurant and brasserie Assist with afternoon tea production, banqueting and weddings as required Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, stock rotation and labelling Adhere to food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures at all times Work collaboratively with the wider brigade to ensure smooth overall service Contribute ideas for new desserts, petit fours and seasonal changes Support and guide more junior members of the team when needed About You Experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or strong Commis stepping up in a 2–3 AA Rosette or fine-dining environment Confident across core pastry skills: desserts, sponges, mousses, tarts, ice creams/sorbets, breads and petits fours Strong eye for detail, flavour balance and presentation Able to run a section independently while working as part of a professional brigade Calm, reliable and organised under pressure Positive, team-focused attitude and a genuine desire to learn and progress Own transport or willingness to relocate (limited live-in may be available) What’s on Offer £32,000 per year + tips/service charge 28 days holiday Staff meals on duty Company pension Employee discounts across hotel, spa and dining Free on-site parking Supportive team culture with genuine career progression Modern kitchen facilities in a beautiful, historic working environment Apply Now If you’re a dedicated Pastry Chef de Partie looking to refine your craft in a 4 Red Star, 3 AA Rosette kitchen, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Jonny at jonny@knekthub.com or call 0161 528 5555.