- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
About The Connaught
The Connaught is a Maybourne hotel on Carlos Place in London’s Mayfair. Its hospitality combines traditional interiors and contemporary art with restaurants, bars and an Aman Spa. Careers span accommodation, food and beverage, culinary work and hotel support departments. The hotel’s service is built around discretion and individual guest care, supported by coordination between front-of-house and operational teams.
The Connaught is seeking a Senior Pastry Chef de Partie to support the day-to-day operation of its pastry kitchen and deliver high-quality patisserie in a quality dining environment. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract, with straight shifts and flexible shift patterns.
Role & Responsibilities
- Work closely with the pastry team and play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the pastry kitchen.
- Work with the finest, freshest ingredients to deliver high-quality dishes and products.
- Organise and prioritise work effectively to ensure the smooth running of the section.
- Deliver outstanding quality and service in a high-profile kitchen, with a strong focus on detail.
Qualifications
- Exceptional team player with a specific passion for patisserie.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Eligible to live and work in the UK and provide documented evidence of eligibility during recruitment.
Skills
Experience
Experience ideally at a similar level in a quality dining environment; previous experience in luxury hospitality.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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Benefits
Complimentary access to the all-day dining staff restaurant; option to purchase up to five additional annual leave days per year; monthly access to subsidised massage and podiatry treatments; wellbeing initiatives, including mental health support and physical activity; 24-hour confidential assistance helpline; on- and off-site Occupational Health support; life assurance through the Death in Service scheme; eye care support, including vouchers and contributions towards glasses (selected benefits subject to terms and conditions); flu vaccination vouchers (selected benefits subject to terms and conditions); Cycle to Work Scheme; an extra paid day off for birthdays; instant recognition and awards; in-house training and development; monthly colleague awards with prizes; internal progression and cross-property opportunities; ‘Introduce a Star’ referral scheme with rewards of up to £1,500 (selected benefits subject to terms and conditions); long-service celebrations; increased holiday entitlement after 3 and 5 years of service; family-first policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay; season ticket travel loans; pension scheme (selected benefits subject to terms and conditions); Smart Tech Benefit, allowing employees to buy electrical goods with monthly repayments; colleague hotel rates of £50 per night across Maybourne properties for employees and their families; hosted Guest Experience Stay (selected benefits subject to terms and conditions); 50% off food and beverage across restaurants and bars (selected benefits subject to terms and conditions); colleague events throughout the year; gifts for weddings, new arrivals and retirements.
Culture
The Connaught’s recruitment materials emphasize attention to detail, teamwork and a personal approach to service. Its hotel departments work together to support each guest’s stay.
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