Pastry Chef

Pastry Chef

We are looking for an innovative Pastry Chef to be responsible for crafting tasty desserts and confectionery, developing seasonal food selections, and establishing new dishes for the pastry area of our kitchen. You should be enthusiastic about baking and inspired to create masterpieces that surpass our consumers' expectations. You must be well-versed in the culinary arts and comply with stringent standards of health and cleanliness.

Pastry Chef Responsibilities:

1. Operating and managing the pastry area of the kitchen and communicating with the executive and sous chefs to ensure a successful working environment.
2. Preparing ingredients and managing baking and other kitchen equipment.
3. Developing pastries, baked goods, and confections by following established recipes.
4. Creating new recipes for seasonal menus.
5. Enhancing pastries and desserts to ensure attractive presentation.
6. Meeting with clients to discuss details and planning of customized treats and pastries for special events, such as weddings.
7. Monitoring the supply of cooking ingredients.
8. Ordering new products, ingredients, and equipment for the pastry area when needed and within budget.
9. Ensuring their section of the kitchen follows safety and health regulations.
10. Managing and training staff, when needed.

Pastry Chef Requirements:

1. Post-secondary training at a culinary institution.
2. Certification in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking, or relevant field.
3. 2 or more years of experience working within the food industry as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or relevant role.
4. Working knowledge of cooking techniques and the pastry-making process.
5. Creative ability with artistic skill in decorating cakes and other desserts.
6. Strong attention to detail.
7. Thorough knowledge of hygiene principles, cooking, and nutrition.
8. Flexible working hours, including weekends and evenings, when necessary.
9. Able to work in a fast-paced, production environment.

Job Type: Permanent

Application Questions:

1. Attach your profile along with your resume.
2. Are you willing to be located in Dubai?
3. What is your salary expectation?
4. How soon can you join if hired?
5. What is your citizenship?
6. Are you okay with a 1-day test where you will be doing and presenting your best cake production?

Experience:

Pastry Chef: 2 years (Preferred)