Pastry Chef de Partie (Season 2027)

About the role

Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, a World's 50 Best Hotel, is looking for a Pastry Chef de Partie for the 2027 season (minimum 6-month contract). You will support the daily operation of the Pastry Kitchen, supervising production, keeping quality standards high and working closely with the Pastry leadership team on menu development, team training and guest experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the preparation of pastry items to guest orders and kitchen management instructions, in a safe and sanitary environment.
• Oversee pastry staff preparing desserts, pastries, confections and ice cream across meal periods.
• Produce items following the standards set by the Pastry Chef and train staff in approved production methods.
• Assist the Assistant Pastry Chef in developing new menu items and produce and supervise tasting menus.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and train colleagues in sanitation guidelines.
• Produce wedding and special occasion cakes when needed and work with chefs and service staff on desserts.

Required profile

• European passport or legal right to work in Greece.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Good communication skills and flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Previous experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or in a similar role in a luxury hotel, fine dining restaurant or high-end pastry operation.
• Willingness to obtain any required food handling and/or sanitation certifications.

Required skills

• Understanding of yeasted products and laminated dough.
• Basic and advanced pastry techniques and décor techniques.
• Mass production methods.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Complimentary employee meals, bus transportation, uniform and laundry services, and a ticket restaurant monthly allowance.
• Complimentary nights at Four Seasons hotels worldwide, an employee recognition program and opportunities for global travel.
• Access to global training and development programs.
• 5 working days per week, 2 days off, with a flexible schedule.