Hotel Pastry Chef de Partie in Lavenham, Suffolk

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 skills, with bread and chocolate work a plus

A real eye for detail and consistent presentation

Organised, calm and able to work on your own

Level 2 Food Safety or above

If you take pride in the last course being the best course, let's talk.

What's On Offer

Up to £34,000 per annum

Live-in accommodation available

Your own section in a rosette-standard kitchen

Real input into the dessert menu

A historic setting in one of Suffolk's most beautiful villages

A full-time, permanent role with real job security

Apply today to find out more.

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