Join White Rabbit Projects as Pastry Demi Chef de Partie – Perfect Your Craft at Santa Joana, Lisbon
At White Rabbit Projects, we believe that great hospitality is built on passion, precision, and pride in the details. At Santa Joana, our vibrant award winning restaurant in Locke de Santa Joana, Lisbon, every plate tells a story — and our desserts are no exception. We’re looking for a skilled, ambitious Pastry Demi Chef de Partie to join our pastry team and help deliver creative, beautifully made sweet treats that guests will remember.
If you’ve got solid pastry skills, a love for baking, and a drive to learn from the best, this is your opportunity to grow in a supportive, creative kitchen.
Our Values – In Every Whisk, Every Plating
HOSPITALITY IS AT OUR CORE: Create pastries and desserts that make people smile. Treat guests and colleagues with the same warmth and care.
WE DO THE RIGHT THING: Be dependable, organised, and respectful in your work. Support your section and your team with professionalism.
WE PURSUE EXCELLENCE: Work with precision and passion. From the bake to the garnish, every detail matters.
WE ARE ALL ENTREPRENEURS: Take ownership of your prep and station. Be proactive, curious, and ready to solve problems in service.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Assisting in the production of desserts, pastries, and baked goods for all services
- Supporting the Pastry Sous Chef and senior team in daily operations
- Preparing mise en place to a high standard and on time
- Helping with stock rotation, labelling, and kitchen organisation
- Learning and developing new skills, techniques, and recipes
- Ensuring high levels of hygiene and food safety are maintained
- Taking pride in presentation and consistency for every plate
What Do You Need?
- Previous pastry experience in a professional kitchen (hotel, restaurant, or patisserie)
- Good knowledge of basic pastry techniques and an eagerness to develop
- A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn from senior chefs
- Ability to work cleanly and efficiently under pressure
- Fluent in English (Portuguese is a plus, not essential)
- Passion for hospitality and a genuine love of pastry and baking
Why Join Us?
- Work with a forward-thinking international hospitality team
- Be part of one of Lisbon’s most exciting new culinary destinations
- Enjoy a stunning workspace in a renovated convent in central Lisbon
- Join a passionate and diverse team where your voice matters
Ready to Grow Your Pastry Career in Lisbon?
If you’re eager to refine your skills and create desserts worth talking about, apply now to become Pastry Demi Chef de Partie at Santa Joana, Locke de Santa Joana, Lisbon — with White Rabbit Projects.