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Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Pastry Kitchen Assistant to support the pastry section. You will assist in preparing pastries, desserts, cakes, and bakery items following established recipes and standards.

Join a luxury hospitality team and contribute to daily pastry operations, maintenance of hygiene and food safety, and high-quality bakery output for hotel guests and events.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastry kitchen or bakery preferred.
• Knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques and dessert production.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions and SOPs.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Positive attitude, attention to detail, and passion for pastry.
• Basic culinary or pastry certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, cakes, and bakery items according to established recipes and standards.
• Prepare and organize mise-en-place for daily pastry operations and service.
• Follow Anantara's food preparation and presentation guidelines to ensure consistent quality.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen, equipment, and work areas.
• Ensure proper food handling, labeling, storage, and rotation in compliance with HACCP standards.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Follow departmental checklists, cleaning schedules, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist with pastry preparation and service for hotel outlets, staff cafeteria, events, and banquets as required.
• Participate in departmental training to develop culinary skills and improve service standards.
• Follow personal hygiene, grooming, fire safety, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations and timely food preparation.

Skills

Pastry experience

Bakery knowledge

Food safety HACCP

Follow recipes

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Pastry passion

Education

Culinary certification

Job description

Job Location:Desert Islands Resort & Spa by AnantaraAnantara 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.To support the Pastry Kitchen in the preparation and presentation of high-quality pastries, desserts, and bakery items for hotel guests and colleagues. Ensure food quality, consistency, hygiene, and food safety standards are maintained while supporting daily kitchen operations.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, cakes, and bakery items according to established recipes and standards.Prepare and organize mise-en-place for daily pastry operations and service.Follow Anantara's food preparation and presentation guidelines to ensure consistent quality.Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen, equipment, and work areas.Ensure proper food handling, labeling, storage, and rotation in compliance with HACCP standards.Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and report any issues to the supervisor.Follow departmental checklists, cleaning schedules, and standard operating procedures.Assist with pastry preparation and service for hotel outlets, staff cafeteria, events, and banquets as required.Participate in departmental training to develop culinary skills and improve service standards.Follow personal hygiene, grooming, fire safety, and occupational health and safety requirements.Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations and timely food preparation.QualificationsPrevious experience in a pastry kitchen or bakery is an advantage.Basic knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, and dessert production.Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and standard operating procedures.Good communication and teamwork skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.Positive attitude, attention to detail, and passion for pastry and baking.Basic culinary or pastry certification is an advantage.Not the right fit? Set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!