Hotel Pastry Chef de Partie

Pastry Chef Historic Coaching Inn — Lavenham, Suffolk Location: Lavenham, Suffolk Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Live-In / Accommodation: Available Overview This is a beautifully preserved coaching inn in the heart of Lavenham, Suffolk — one of England's best-preserved medieval villages. Timber frames, centuries of history, and a kitchen that cooks at rosette level. The kitchen needs a skilled Pastry Chef to own the pastry section. Desserts, breads and afternoon treats all matter here, and guests notice the detail. The Role You'll run the pastry section day to day. You'll make the desserts, breads and petit fours, plan your prep, and work with the Head Chef on new dishes that suit the season. Every plate that leaves your section should match the rosette standard of the kitchen. Key Responsibilities Run the pastry section and deliver every dessert to a rosette standard Make breads, petit fours, ice creams and afternoon tea items in house Help develop seasonal desserts and new dishes with the Head Chef Plan prep, ordering and stock for the pastry section Keep food safety, hygiene and allergen records up to date Train and support junior chefs on pastry Key Requirements Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, or a strong Pastry Chef de Partie ready to step up Rosette or fine dining experience strongly preferred Strong classical pastry...