Commis III - Pastry

Accor; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor's SO Uptown Dubai is seeking a passionate Commis III Pastry to join our culinary team. You will assist in preparing and presenting high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods while upholding our culinary standards.

You will support the Pastry Chef and senior team in daily kitchen operations, maintain hygiene, and contribute to a positive, collaborative pastry department dedicated to creativity and consistency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; pastry or culinary arts certification preferred.
• 1–2 years of pastry experience in a hotel, bakery, or high-volume kitchen.
• Basic knowledge of baking techniques, pastry preparation, and dessert presentation.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Passion for pastry arts and willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads and other baked goods.
• Support the Pastry Chef and senior team members in daily pastry kitchen operations including mise en place and preparation for service.
• Accurately measure mix and prepare ingredients while following standard recipes and portion specifications.
• Assist in the decoration finishing and presentation of desserts and pastries to ensure consistency and visual appeal.
• Maintain a clean organized and hygienic pastry workstation ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ensure proper handling labeling storage and rotation of ingredients and finished products in accordance with FIFO procedures.
• Monitor ingredient usage and minimize food waste while maintaining product quality.
• Assist in the preparation of pastry items for la carte dining buffets banquets and special events.
• Ensure pastry equipment tools and utensils are used correctly cleaned and maintained in good working condition.
• Collaborate with the Pastry team and other kitchen departments to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of products.
• Support stock control activities including inventory checks and reporting low-stock items to senior team members.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new pastry techniques develop culinary skills and contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen environment.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pastry/Culinary Arts certification

Job description

We are seeking a passionate creative and dedicated Commis III Pastry to join our culinary team at SO Uptown Dubai In this role you will support the Pastry team in the preparation and presentation of high-quality desserts pastries and baked goods ensuring consistency creativity and adherence to our exceptional culinary standards

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and production of pastries desserts cakes breads and other baked goods according to established recipes and quality standards
• Support the Pastry Chef and senior team members in daily pastry kitchen operations including mise en place and preparation for service
• Accurately measure mix and prepare ingredients while following standard recipes and portion specifications
• Assist in the decoration finishing and presentation of desserts and pastries to ensure consistency and visual appeal
• Maintain a clean organized and hygienic pastry workstation ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Ensure proper handling labeling storage and rotation of ingredients and finished products in accordance with FIFO procedures
• Monitor ingredient usage and minimize food waste while maintaining product quality
• Assist in the preparation of pastry items for la carte dining buffets banquets and special events
• Ensure pastry equipment tools and utensils are used correctly cleaned and maintained in good working condition
• Collaborate with the Pastry team and other kitchen departments to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of products
• Support stock control activities including inventory checks and reporting low-stock items to senior team members
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new pastry techniques develop culinary skills and contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen environment

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in Pastry or Culinary Arts preferred.1 2 years of pastry experience in a hotel, bakery, or high-volume kitchen.
• Basic knowledge of baking techniques, pastry preparation, and dessert presentation.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Passion for pastry arts and willingness to learn and develop.