Company Description
Raffles London at The OWO on London’s Whitehall, unites the allure and heritage of Raffles with one of the world’s most historic addresses with a name is synonymous with luxury, glamour, and extraordinary adventure.
This fine Grade II* listed Edwardian building has been transformed with 120 rooms and suites along with a collection of 85 exceptional branded residences. Within The OWO destination there are a total of nine restaurants and three bars, including one by our signature chef Mauro Colagreco. The Guerlain spa and Pillar Wellness offer the latest in wellbeing, and a 600 seated-capacity grand ballroom, The Whitehall, is perfect for all kinds of special occasions and events.
Within these much-storied walls, where legendary statesmen and women once shaped the modern world, guests are now invited to discover new and inspiring emotions and connections.
At Raffles, you arrive as a guest, leave as a friend and return as family.
Job Description
An exceptional opportunity presents itself for a Pastry Chef de Partie to join the Food & Beverage Department at Raffles London at the OWO.
Reporting into Executive Pastry Chef, you will contribute a as junior leader to promote and exemplify our values and kitchen culture.
Overseeing a section of the daily business to ensure hygiene, food and service standards, culture and quality are always delivered. To undertake any specific function of any Raffles kitchens/ kitchen management as delegated by the Executive Pastry Chef and Senior Sous Chef/Sous Chef and/or Head Baker.
Understands that the pastry department work as one team to support and be directly responsible for the quality, production and service for pastry/dessert/bakery in all outlets within the hotel including but not limited to the restaurants, events, private dining and canteen.
Specifically, as the Pastry Chef de Partie your responsibility’s will include:
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Maintaining and running of section including the supervision of Demi Chef de Parties and commis on the section
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Maintain stock control, ensuring that sections stock levels and production are in line with business levels.
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Be environmentally conscious and works towards a low waste operation.
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Contribute to the effective management of costs, zero waste factor.
- Collating recipes for new dishes.
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working as required on a rota basis based on hotel, outlet and event hours of operation.
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Ensuring that you are aware of and able to advise employees on the correct policies and procedures.
- Providing constructive and corrective feedback to Demi Chef de Parties and Commis
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Maintaining and running of kitchen in Sous chefs absence
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Participating in the service in all kitchen outlets as business demands.
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Supporting and checking that kitchen rotas meet demands of section business levels
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Understanding and communicating with supervisors if there is a need for overtime on the section.
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Working with, coaching and supporting the team members on the section.
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Working with all supervisors, HODs, chefs and supporting departments to communicate effectively and positively the needs of the operation.
Who are we looking for?
- A proven track record and ability to provide high levels of service under pressure.
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Exceptional communication and customer service skills, both written and spoken.
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An understanding and willingness to contribute to a 24h operational schedule when required.
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Excellent leadership skills where a positive kitchen culture is created by strong values.
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Previous relevant experience as Chef de Partie in a luxury/Michelin star/5star environment.
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A creative approach to the production of high-quality food.
Additional Information
Why join our Raffles team?
Not only will you be joining one of the world’s best hotels you will also receive great benefits including:
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28 days holiday including bank holidays plus a day extra for every year of your service up to 5 years (35 Days).
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Staff meals whist on duty.
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Free dry cleaning for uniform.
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Employer pension contribution of 3%
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Enhanced sick pay.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
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Life Assurance 1x salary
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Employee assistance program, including virtual GP and financial advice.
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Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme.
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Colleague gifting to celebrate special occasions.
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Paid days off to move house or give back time to a charity of your choice.
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Internal learning and development programmes tailored to you.
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Fun-filled events, whether that’s a pub quiz, team run or festive party.
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Employee benefit card offering discounted rates of up to 30% at Accor worldwide and Raffles London F&B outlets.
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Worldwide development opportunities across Accor’s extensive brand portfolio.
