Chef de Partie, Pastry

Who are we?

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 diligent Pastry Chef De Partie to produce pastry and bakery items for all of the restaurants food concepts at Estelle Manor.

The on target earning potential for this role is £37,685.43 per annum based on a 45 hour contract - comprising a base salary of £30,685.43 plus a qualified estimate of £7,000 in gratuities and service charge . Please note this role is paid hourly so this is a projected salary and OTE.

Here's a bit more detail on what we see you doing in this role:

• As a Chef de Partie within our Pastry team, you will produce high quality pastry and bakery items for all of the restaurants food concepts at Estelle Manor.
• You will assist and engage with the kitchens senior leadership in managing all food health & safety related standards, ensuring the guests and members experience is always exceptional and memorable.
• Working in the pastry kitchen preparing a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following our recipes.
• Decorating pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be modern, beautiful, exciting and appetising.
• Being responsible for effective stock control within the Pastry section and to control and record all wastage.
• Having good communication skills and proficiently liaising with all departments on an ongoing basis; close relationships with front of house operational teams.

Who are we looking for?

• Experience working in a kitchen department in a luxury / lifestyle multi-outlet food and beverage operation.
• Someone who stays up to date with current food trends and best practices.
• Previous proven experience creating pastry and bakery items.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experience with keen attention to detail
• A genuine passion for hospitality and hosting.

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.
• Recommend-a-friend bonus scheme.
• 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.