Chef De Partie (Pastry) - InterContinental Abu Dhabi

InterContinental Hotels Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Chef de Partie – Pastry to join their culinary team. The successful candidate will manage various pastry tasks, supervise junior staff, and ensure high-quality food production in line with exceptional standards. Candidates must have a culinary diploma and extensive experience in high-end pastry environments. A collaborative working culture and competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Impressive room discounts

Comprehensive training programs

Qualifications

• 3–4 years’ experience in a high-volume luxury pastry kitchen.
• At least 1–2 years as a Demi Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Experience in a 5-star hotel or fine dining environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present desserts and baked goods.
• Supervise production for your designated section.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Modern pastry techniques

Plated desserts

Chocolate work

Artisanal bakery

International dessert trends

Education

Culinary diploma or equivalent certification

Job description

Overview

InterContinental Abu Dhabi is a 5-star luxury hotel located in the heart of the capital, offering cosmopolitan style with authentic local experiences. We feature award-winning restaurants, a private beach, marina, and state-of-the-art amenities, delivering exceptional guest experiences. Join a passionate team committed to culinary excellence.

As a Chef de Partie – Pastry, you will support the Pastry Kitchen leadership team in delivering high-quality pastry and bakery items across all F&B outlets, in-room dining, and banquet operations. You will manage a specific section in the pastry kitchen, ensuring excellent mise en place, production, and presentation aligned with InterContinental standards.

What you’ll do

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly do:

• Prepare and present a wide variety of desserts, baked goods, pastries, and breads in line with daily operations and special events.
• Supervise and execute production for your designated section (e.g., bakery, desserts, chocolate, viennoiserie).
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation standards across all pastry items.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of new seasonal dessert menus, buffet themes, and à la carte items.

Team Supervision & Development

• Guide and train demi chefs, commis, and trainees in your section.
• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining control of production timelines and standards.
• Provide feedback and encourage professional development within the team.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure all mise en place is prepared accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of your section in accordance with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Control wastage and portion sizes to help manage food costs.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with the Sous Chef and Executive Pastry Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Coordinate with service staff and banquet teams to ensure timely delivery and presentation of all pastry items.
• Communicate clearly and professionally across all levels of kitchen and service teams.

Compliance & Hygiene

• Uphold and implement IHG food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation regulations at all times.
• Participate in regular kitchen audits, stock checks, and cleaning schedules.

Qualifications

• Culinary diploma or equivalent certification with a specialization in pastry arts.
• Minimum 3–4 years’ experience in a high-volume, luxury pastry kitchen, with at least 1–2 years as a Demi Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Experience in a 5-star hotel or fine dining environment strongly preferred.
• Expertise in modern pastry techniques, plated desserts, chocolate work, and artisanal bakery.
• Strong knowledge of international and Middle Eastern dessert trends is an advantage.

What you can expect from us

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life—impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.