Fourseasons
Pastry Chef de Partie
Salary
Job description
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
An urban retreat steeped in historic beauty. Stroll the city’s biggest private garden – a tranquil haven of statues, fountains and centuries-old trees – or retire to your suite where frescoes line the walls amid original architectural features. Our historic Hotel, with its Michelin-starred Italian restaurant and a locally inspired Spa where you can spend afternoons in pure indulgence, is just steps away from the cultural heart of Florence.About the role:
Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is currently seeking a talented Pastry Chef de Partie to join our Team! The Chef De Partie is responsible for supervising and overseeing the preparation of a variety of sweet items, including pastries, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, and fruit compotes, in accordance with guest orders and banquet event requirements. The position requires adherence to production guidelines and quality standards while maintaining a safe and sanitary working environment. This role requires a special talent and passion for ensuring the culinary team delivers the highest of culinary consistently, and ensuring that our food offering is at the center of our guest experience.
What you will do:
Prepare a variety of pastry items, ensuring guests consistently receive the highest standard of quality and service excellence.
Follow established production, portion, and presentation standards, aligning output with forecasted needs to minimize waste.
Maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary working environment at all times.
Support initiatives to control food waste and contribute to effective food cost management.
Assist the Pastry Leadership team in guiding, developing, and mentoring team members.
Operate, maintain, and ensure the proper cleaning of all kitchen equipment, including ovens, mixers, food processors, slicers, and other pastry tools.
Adhere to food safety procedures by properly labeling, dating, and rotating stock, ensuring correct storage temperatures and efficient inventory management.
Monitor stock levels, identify shortages, and support line set-up and preparation for service.
Attend daily briefings and relevant operational meetings as required.
Assist with preparation for subsequent shifts, including the setup and cleaning of work areas.
Provide support in other kitchen sections as needed, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork.
What you bring:
A minimum of two years of culinary or related work experience within a luxury environment.
Strong multitasking skills, with the ability to operate, maintain, and properly clean a wide range of kitchen equipment, including ovens, mixers, food processors, slicers, steamers, and other culinary tools.
Proficiency in spoken and written Italian; knowledge of English is considered an advantage.
A creative flair and bring your personal touch and energy to all our food and beverage experiences
Ability to provide guidance to others
What we offer:
• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities
• Employee Discount for stays at any Four Seasons worldwide
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
• Employee Meals
• Staff Accommodation upon availability
Schedule & Hours:
• Full time position, seasonal contract, based in Florence. This position is required to work in shifts, including weekends and public holidays. Successful candidates must hold legal authorization to work in Italy at the time of application.
