Commis III – Pastry

SO/ Uptown Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

SO/ Uptown Dubai is seeking a passionate Commis III – Pastry to join our culinary team. You will assist in preparing high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods, supporting the Pastry Chef and ensuring consistency with our luxury standards.

You will work in a fast-paced hotel kitchen, maintain a clean workstation, follow HACCP guidelines, and contribute to preparations for à la carte service, buffets, and events while learning advanced pastry techniques.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 à 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

Pastry skills

Baking techniques

Food safety HACCP

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pastry/Culinary arts certification preferred

Job description

Company Description

SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels, rooted in the world of fashion. Making its stylish debut on the global hotel scene in 2011, SO/ continues to command attention with its avant‑garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury.

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.

• 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 à 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.

Qualifications

• 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.