Pastry Senior Chef de Partie

Job Ref: NOB2567Branch: Nobu Hotel London Portman SquareLocation: London Portman Square, West LondonSalary/Benefits: Up to £33,500 plus Tronc Service Charge and BenefitsContract type: PermanentHours: Full TimeHours per week: 40 hours per weekPosted date: 02/02/2026Closing date: 04/03/2026

Crafting exceptional moments through precision, creativity and heart

Join the award-winning culinary team at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square as our Senior Pastry Chef de Partie. In this role, you’ll take ownership of your pastry section, producing beautifully crafted dishes that reflect Nobu’s signature style. You’ll work closely with the Pastry Head Chef, elevating every plate with technical skill and artistic flair while supporting the smooth, efficient running of the pastry kitchen.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment, brings positivity to every service, and takes pride in delivering impeccable quality to our guests.

You will

• Prepare and present all pastry dishes to Nobu standards, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency
• Oversee your section, ensuring it is fully set, organised and running smoothly
• Follow Nobu recipes precisely and maintain correct portioning and production levels
• Uphold strict hygiene, food safety and allergen standards, ensuring safe storage and clean workspaces
• Monitor equipment, report maintenance needs and ensure tools are well cared for
• Support the creation of tasting menus, Omakase dishes and special pastry items
• Work collaboratively with the team, offering guidance and training where needed
• Provide genuine, attentive service that enhances the guest experience
• Liaise confidently with other departments to support smooth kitchen operations
• Demonstrate a proactive, positive attitude and uphold Nobu values in every interaction

About You

You are an experienced Pastry Chef de Partie or Senior CDP with strong technical skills, exceptional attention to detail and a passion for creating memorable culinary moments. You work well under pressure, uphold high standards, and enjoy being part of a supportive, collaborative team. You’re proactive, solutions-focused and eager to keep developing your craft.

Why Join Us

• £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Two hotel-wide social events each year, including our Employee Awards Night
• Discounted overnight stays across Nobu Hotels worldwide
• Discounted Pilates classes and wellness treatments
• Structured development and progression opportunities
• Wellness and volunteering initiatives
• Up to 33 holiday days through length of service
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts on food and beverage
• Free meals while on duty

 

 

Nobu Hotels effortlessly blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Filled with cutting-edge design and stunning spaces, Nobu Hotels provides remarkable hospitable service and an unparalleled experience like nothing before. Helming from world renowned

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, the Nobu Hotels concept is a remarkable conjunction of exquisite cuisine, innovation and creativity.

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square features 249 guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom and meeting spaces beautifully conceptualised by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio, in conjunction with Make Architects.

We are looking for great people that embody our core values of Kokoro, Smile, Family & Crafted.

You will share our passion, deliver quality results and have the courage to be different and creative within your specialism.