Chef de Partie, Pastry

Estelle Manor is a rural retreat set on an 85-acre estate in Oxfordshire. The manor has four restaurants, an extraordinary 3,000 sq metre Roman-inspired spa- Eynsham Baths, 108 bedrooms and a gym with class studios and padel courts. Plus, there’s a kids’ club for the little ones and a workspace.

We are looking for a talented and detail-driven Pastry Chef de Partie to join the team at Estelle Manor, creating exceptional pastry and bakery items across our diverse and dynamic restaurant concepts.

Earnings

The on-target earning potential for this role is £37,685.43 per annum , based on a 45-hour contract. This includes a base salary of £30,685.43 plus an estimated £7,000 in gratuities and service charge*.

Please note this role is paid hourly, so this figure reflects projected earnings.

The Role

As Pastry Chef de Partie, you will play a key role in delivering beautifully crafted pastries and baked goods that elevate the experience across all dining concepts at Estelle Manor.

• Create high-quality pastry and bakery items, consistently executed to an exceptional standard
• Work closely with senior kitchen leadership to maintain the highest food safety and hygiene standards
• Prepare a wide range of products including cakes, breads, pastries, and desserts, following established recipes
• Present and decorate items with creativity and precision, ensuring a modern, refined, and visually exciting finish
• Take ownership of stock control within the pastry section, carefully managing ordering, wastage, and cost efficiency
• Build strong working relationships across departments, particularly with front of house teams, to ensure a seamless guest experience

About You

We are looking for someone who brings both technical skill and genuine passion:

• Experience within a pastry or bakery role in a luxury or multi-outlet hospitality environment
• A strong understanding of current food trends and best practices
• Proven ability to produce high-quality pastry and bakery items
• A meticulous eye for detail and a commitment to excellence
• A natural passion for hospitality, with a desire to create memorable guest experiences

What’s in it for you?

At Estelle , we prioritize your well-being and growth, offering a range of perks to enrich your experience. Enjoy exclusive staff rates, biannual socials, and Estelleversary surprises. Nurture your well-being with stocked colleague spaces. Engage in forums shaping The Estelle Way. Utilise the provided uniforms and onsite seamstress support. Join us for a fulfilling journey where you are valued , supported , and celebrated .

Here at Estelle , we want to create a unified culture and sense of belonging throughout. We have a range of perks and benefits at your fingertips:

• Biannual company socials plus smaller social and sports groups.
• Exclusive staff rates and F&B discounts across sister properties.
• Estelleversary gifting for all employees.
• Colleague spaces stocked with food, drinks and a selection of juices, teas and coffees.
• Goes without saying but we will feed you during your shift.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Added protection of our pension, health cash plan and life assurance schemes.
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, which increases with length of service.
• Colleague Forums and Sustainability Committees to help create The Estelle Way.
• Uniform provided, cleaned, and pressed.
• Onsite seamstresses to ensure your uniform is fitted and repaired.

About gratuities & service charge:

• Gratuities (tips) and service charge are paid on a pro-rata basis regardless of your role.
• It is estimated that in 2026, our full‑time employees can expect to receive in the range of £7,000 in addition to their annual salary.

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