Demi Chef de Partie - Pastry (Season 2027)

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 iconic hideaway on the glamorous Athens riviera, reborn. On the sophisticated Athens Riviera, at the tip of a pine-clad peninsula, Four Seasons offers the best of both worlds: a laid-back seaside escape just 30 minutes from the historical city centre. Discover the wonders of ancient civilization at the Acropolis, then return to Four Seasons to unwind and relax. Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens opened in March 2019 and provides a preferred address for both business and leisure travelers, and the highly personalized, anticipatory service that Four Seasons guests expect and value around the world. The Arion Hotel was built in 1967 and has 106 keys and 61 Bungalows, and the Nafsika opened in 1980 and has 136 keys. Under the same ownership is a large private beach club and marina. Nafsika is open through the year, while Arion and the bungalows operate eight months of the year. Adding to the complement of on-site F&B operations (8 Restaurants and Bars), there are also two third party restaurants on site.

About the Role

At Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens, one of the World's 50 Best Hotels, we are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Pastry Demi Chef de Partie (DCDP) to join our Kitchen team for the 2027 season (minimum 6-month contract).

In this role, you will support the Pastry team in the preparation and production of high-quality desserts, pastries, confections, and specialty items while ensuring consistency, creativity, and adherence to Four Seasons standards. Working closely with the Pastry Chef and Pastry Chef de Partie, you will contribute to the smooth operation of the Pastry Kitchen and the delivery of exceptional culinary experiences.

What You Will Do

• To assist in the coordination of the activities of the Pastry employee engaged in preparation of desserts, pastries, confections, and ice cream.
• To participate in the production of said items following the standards set by the Pastry Chef de Partie.
• To assist in the training of the commis using the proper methods of productions as approved by the Pastry Chef.
• To participate in the Production of all items in the pastry kitchen.
• To produce and supervise the production of all tasting menus.
• To assisting pastry kitchen in a clean and organized manner following the Proper sanitation guidelines and trains the staff to do likewise.
• To properly stores unused ingredients for further use.
• To assisting the production of all items needed to maintain pastry kitchen mise-en-place levels according to business.
• To assisting the production of special occasion cakes such as wedding cakes when necessary.
• To work closely with all chefs in relation to the pastry kitchen and all desserts.

What You Bring

• Applicants must have a European Passport or the legal right to work in Greece.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high service standards.
• Positive attitude, teamwork mindset, and passion for guest service.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact professionally with guests and colleagues.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Understanding of yeasted products, laminated dough, basic and pastry techniques, basic and décor techniques.
• Ability to plan work independently and work unsupervised when required.
• Must be able to obtain any required food handling and/or sanitation certifications required by local or state agencies.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary and comprehensive Benefits Package.
• Complimentary Employee Meals, Bus Transportation, Uniform & Laundry Services.
• Ticket Restaurant monthly allowance.
• Complimentary Nights at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts worldwide.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Opportunities for Global Travel through Task Forces and Transfers.
• Access to Four Seasons global Training & Development programs.

Schedule & Hours

• Seasonal Position – Minimum 6-month contract.
• 5 working days per week, with 2 days off. Schedule is flexible and may change weekly according to business needs.

If you are passionate about hospitality, committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences, and eager to grow within one of the world's leading luxury hospitality brands, we would love to hear from you. Join Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens for Season 2027 and leave your signature on unforgettable guest experiences.