Commis 1 - Pastry

Rak Properties PJSC; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 45,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort, part of Anantara Hotels & Resorts, seeks a pastry professional to support food preparation and service in a luxury hotel setting. You will prepare mise-en-place for outlets and contribute to high-quality pastry offerings for guests.

Role requires knowledge of baking techniques, pastry equipment, HACCP and strong teamwork in a fast-paced environment within Minor International group.

Qualifications

• Basic cake decorating, piping, glazing, and dessert plating skills.
• Knowledge of baking techniques and operation of pastry equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation (HACCP).
• Understanding of food storage, stock rotation, and waste control.
• Attention to detail and creativity. Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Food Handler or Food Safety Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and service of food; mise-en-place for outlets.
• Adhere to guidelines to ensure consistent quality and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygienic surroundings in working areas.
• Maintain food safety, protection, dating and proper storage.
• Take responsibility for hotel property and facilities.
• Participate in departmental training to improve skills.
• Maintain adherence to checklists and cleaning schedules.
• Assisting at events, banquets and other functions as required.
• Adhering to personal hygiene, grooming, fire safety rules and health & safety rules.
• Perform related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Cake decorating

Piping

Glazing

Dessert plating

Tools

Pastry equipment

Job description

Job Location: Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning ‘without end’, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression — for our guests and for our people. Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world’s most captivating locales — from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits. Escape to Ras Al Khaimah for beach, desert, and mountain adventures. The northernmost emirate of the UAE, Ras Al Khaimah enjoys a more tranquil rhythm yet is only 45 minutes from Dubai. Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort offers overwater luxury on the Arabian Gulf in a pristine eco-sanctuary. Nature lovers will relish the open terrain of Ras Al Khaimah. From balmy waters to golden shorelines to rugged desert, adventure abounds. Charter a yacht and sail off into the sunset. Ride across rolling dunes and conquer the mountain peak of Jebel Jais.

To assist in the preparation & service of food, prepare mis-en-place for the outlets as required. Adhere to food preparation and presentation guidelines to ensure consistent quality culinary offerings to our guests. Continually look to recommend improvements and additions to the Minor Hotels presentation guidelines. To keep all working areas clean and tidy to maintain hygienic surroundings. Maintain food safety & protection. All food in working areas should be in compliance with food handling techniques, including dating, proper storage, rotation, etc. Maintain basic food safety and sanitation practices. Taking responsibility for looking after all hotel property and facilities. Participating in departmental training to improve departmental skills and hotel service levels. Maintaining and oversee adherence to departmental checklists and cleaning schedules Assisting at events, banquets and other functions as required Adhering to all personal hygiene and grooming standards, fire safety rules and health & safety rules. Performing related duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic cake decorating, piping, glazing, and dessert plating skills.
• Knowledge of baking techniques and operation of pastry equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation (HACCP).
• Understanding of food storage, stock rotation, and waste control.
• Attention to detail and creativity Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Food Handler or Food Safety Certificate.

Minor International is one of the largest hospitality and leisure companies in the Asia Pacific region. Today Minor International has a global presence with hotels and resorts, restaurants and retail shops across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Australasia. When Passion Meets Growth, Opportunity Sparks. At some point, we all hit a ceiling, and few have the passion or opportunity to break through. At Minor, we’ve made it our mission to encourage our people to push boundaries in search of opportunity and achieve their fullest potential. When the business grows, so do our people.