Chef de Partie - Pastry

Remote DXB; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort in Ras Al-Khaimah is seeking a pastry chef to oversee daily pastry preparation and lead a skilled team in a luxury hotel kitchen.

You will develop creative pastry concepts, manage inventory, maintain top cleanliness, and collaborate with chefs and front-of-house to meet dietary needs, ensuring strict health and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Min three years of professional culinary experience in pastry and baking in a luxury hotel or fine dining.
• Expertise in pastry techniques, decorating, plating and presentation.
• Fluency in English with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a demanding, fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and allergen management.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily preparation and execution of all pastry items per recipes and quality standards.
• Lead pastry team regarding food safety, hygiene and presentation.
• Develop and implement creative pastry concepts and menu items.
• Manage inventory rotation and stock levels to minimize waste and maintain cost efficiency.
• Maintain pastry workstations, equipment, and utensils to the highest standards of cleanliness.
• Communicate with outlet chefs and front-of-house staff regarding guest feedback and dietary needs.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and sanitation protocols.
• Assist with menu costing, recipe development, and production planning.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Decorating & plating

English fluency

Food safety knowledge

Microsoft Office

Shift flexibility

Leadership experience

Education

Culinary certification (Red Seal or international)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily preparation and execution of all pastry items according to established recipes and quality standards
• Lead and mentor pastry team members regarding food safety, hygiene, and presentation
• Develop and implement creative pastry concepts and menu items
• Manage inventory rotation and stock levels to minimize waste and maintain cost efficiency
• Maintain pastry workstations, equipment, and utensils to the highest standards of cleanliness
• Communicate with outlet chefs and front-of-house staff regarding guest feedback and dietary needs
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and sanitation protocols
• Assist with menu costing, recipe development, and production planning

Requirements

• Minimum three years of professional culinary experience in pastry and baking within a luxury hotel or fine dining environment
• Demonstrated expertise in pastry techniques, decorating, plating, and presentation
• Fluency in English with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a demanding, fast-paced kitchen environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and allergen management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary certification such as Red Seal or international equivalent
• Minimum one year of international culinary experience
• Experience in menu development and recipe costing
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a pastry kitchen
• Experience working in Middle Eastern hospitality environments

About the Company

Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort is a luxury destination located in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.