Location
London

Hours
Working on a rota basis based on hotel, outlet and event hours of operation, including contribution to a 24-hour operational schedule when required.

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
An exceptional opportunity to join the Food & Beverage Department at Raffles London at The OWO as a Pastry Chef de Partie. Reporting to the Executive Pastry Chef, you will act as a junior leader promoting and exemplifying Raffles values and kitchen culture. You will oversee a section of the daily business ensuring hygiene, food and service standards, culture, and quality are consistently delivered.

Your responsibilities will include maintaining and running your section, supervising Demi Chef de Parties and commis, managing stock control aligned with business levels, and working towards a low waste, environmentally conscious operation. You will contribute to cost management and recipe collation for new dishes.

You will support all pastry, dessert, and bakery production and service across all hotel outlets including restaurants, events, private dining, and canteen. You will provide constructive feedback, maintain kitchen operations in the absence of Sous Chefs, participate in service as business demands, and ensure rotas meet operational needs.

Working collaboratively with supervisors, Heads of Department, chefs, and supporting teams, you will communicate effectively to meet the needs of the operation and foster a positive kitchen culture.

About the Company
Raffles London at The OWO, located on London’s historic Whitehall, is a luxury destination combining heritage and glamour within a Grade II* listed Edwardian building. The hotel features 120 rooms and suites, 85 branded residences, nine restaurants, three bars, a Guerlain spa, Pillar Wellness, and a grand ballroom for special occasions. At Raffles, guests are welcomed as friends and family, experiencing exceptional service and unforgettable moments.

Why Join Raffles?
Joining Raffles means becoming part of one of the world’s best hotels with excellent benefits including 28 days holiday plus additional days for service, staff meals, free uniform dry cleaning, employer pension contributions, enhanced sick and parental pay, life assurance, employee assistance programs, season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, colleague gifting, paid days off for moving or charity, tailored learning and development, fun team events, employee discount cards, and worldwide development opportunities across Accor’s portfolio.

Raffles Values
Respect: Valuing the needs, ideas and individuality of others with fairness and dignity.
Belonging: Celebrating differences and supporting each other.
Integrity: Building trust through mutual respect and authenticity.
Empowerment: Taking initiative to create unforgettable experiences.
Excellence: Making genuine connections and cherishing every opportunity to make people feel special.

Experience
Proven track record as a Chef de Partie in luxury, Michelin star, or 5-star environments. Ability to provide high levels of service under pressure.

About you
Exceptional communication and customer service skills, both written and spoken. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to create a positive kitchen culture based on strong values. Creative approach to producing high-quality food. Willingness to contribute to a 24-hour operational schedule when required.

Qualifications
Relevant culinary qualifications are advantageous but not explicitly stated. Commitment to continuous learning and development aligned with Raffles standards.