AKI London - Pastry Chef de Partie

AKI is a modern Japanese restaurant and lounge bar, renowned for its contemporary interpretation of traditional Japanese cuisine and its refined, stylish ambiance. We are excited to be opening a brand-new location in London, set within a stunning historic building that once housed a prestigious bank.

We are currently looking for a talented and creative Pastry Chef de Partie to join our kitchen brigade.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present a variety of high-quality Japanese-inspired desserts, ensuring consistency and attention to detail.
• Support the Head Pastry Chef in the daily operations of the pastry section.
• Ensure the smooth running of the section, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and food quality.
• Contribute ideas to dessert menu development in line with AKI’s innovative and modern culinary direction.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior pastry staff and commis chefs.
• Monitor stock levels and assist in ordering and inventory management.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the pastry kitchen in compliance with UK food safety and hygiene regulations.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a pastry role within a high-end restaurant or hotel kitchen.
• Solid knowledge of pastry techniques, plated desserts, and creative presentation.
• Passion for Japanese or Asian cuisine is a strong plus.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.
• Excellent time management, organisational, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a drive for excellence.
• Flexibility with working hours, including weekends and holidays.

Why Join Us?

At Lifestyle Group, we offer a dynamic and inspiring work environment, with strong values of innovation, teamwork, and excellence.

As part of the AKI team, you will be encouraged to bring creativity to the plate and contribute to an elevated dining experience.

We invest in professional growth through regular training and development, and we celebrate success through employee recognition initiatives and team events. We also offer opportunities for internal mobility across our restaurants, hotels, and retail brands in Malta and abroad.

Be part of something exceptional.

If you're passionate about pastry and eager to bring creativity to a premium Japanese dining experience, we’d love to hear from you.