Chef de Partie Pastry, Season 2026

Splendido, a Belmond Hotel in the protected hills of Portofino, offers a refined escape overlooking the Gulf of Tigullio and charming local sights. Known for culinary excellence—from La Terrazza restaurant to the Pool Grill and Cocktail Bar—Splendido continues to honour its legendary past while innovating for the future. We are looking for a Chef de Partie Pastry to join the team at La Terrazza Restaurant and at the Pool Grill Restaurant for the next season. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality, comfortable with challenges, and possesses exceptional taste and exemplary customer‑service skills. The primary objective is to provide a friendly, attentive, and timely service that creates an exceptional experience for all guests. The Chef reports to the Executive Chef. Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and execute a wide array of exquisite desserts, cakes, pastries, chocolates, and other sweet items, ensuring the highest standards of taste, texture, and visual presentation. Develop new recipes and innovative dessert concepts in collaboration with the Pastry Chef, aligning with seasonal ingredients and guest preferences. Maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness, organization, and hygiene in the pastry section, strictly adhering to HACCP regulations and health & safety guidelines. Monitor inventory and ensure proper storage and rotation of all pastry ingredients. Ensure smooth communication and collaboration with other kitchen sections and front‑of‑house teams to facilitate seamless service. Conduct daily quality checks to guarantee consistency and excellence in all finished products. Requirements A formal culinary qualification in pastry arts and extensive practical experience. A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in a luxury hotel or high‑end restaurant pastry kitchen. Mastery of classic and contemporary pastry techniques, including a strong understanding of chocolate work, sugar craft, and plated desserts. Creativity, attention to detail, and passion for creating memorable culinary experiences. Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and collaborative approach. Proficiency in Italian is required; excellent command of English is a significant advantage. HACCP Certification. Benefits Seasonal Labour contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo – Level 4, Chef de Partie Pastry. Start date: April/May 2026 to End date: November 2026, with the aim of a continuous collaboration over subsequent seasons at Splendido and a career path. Monthly gross salary 2,500€ + separate payslip for 13°,14° and TFR. Welfare incentive based on quality goals. Accommodation in our staff house including breakfast. Bus ticket as benefit for the contract period. Staff cantine. Discovering Belmond programme, offering team members complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for trains, cruises, safaris, and food and beverages. About Belmond Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with 46 remarkable properties. The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon heritage, craftsmanship, and genuine, authentic service, while embracing community spirit and promoting responsible, sustainable tourism. Belmond is part of the world's leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Equal Opportunities Belmond is an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr