Commis III Pastry & Bakery

Kerzner International Management; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

One&Only The Palm Dubai is seeking a Pastry & Bakery Commis III to join the pastry team. You will oversee your designated pastry section, ensuring quality, cost control, and hygiene standards while assisting senior chefs and supporting menu development.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years in pastry/bakery, strong communication, and a passion for high-quality products in a luxury hotel setting. Proficiency in English is required; other languages are a plus.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of pastry and bakery kitchen experience required.
• Basic understanding of pastry, bakery and dessert prep techniques.
• Proficiency in English is required; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing pastries, cakes, breads, desserts per recipes and standards.
• Maintain consistency in quality, taste, texture, and presentation; uphold hygiene.
• Supervise daily pastry kitchen operations and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

English language

Teamwork

Tools

Industrial oven operation

Job description

Commis III Pastry & Bakery (20975)

At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Glistening on a private apex of Palm Island, One&Only The Palm is an intimate beach-front retreat where the wonders of modern Dubai meet the charms of old Arabia. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

With stunning resorts located across the globe and exciting expansion planned, Kerzner International currently has a fantastic opportunity for a Pastry & Bakery Commis III to join the Pastry team at One&Only The Palm Hotel in Dubai.

With the global growth of our brands, Pastry & Bakery Commis III plays an essential role in the continued success of the Resort. Your responsibilities extend beyond creating high-quality pastries and desserts; you will contribute to developing strong working relationships with colleagues and supporting an exceptional culinary experience for our guests.

You will be responsible for overseeing your designated pastry & bakery section, ensuring consistency in the quality and presentation of all pastry, bakery, and dessert items, while maintaining cost control and upholding our company’s core values. This role also involves supervising daily pastry kitchen operations, training and mentoring junior team members, managing mise-en-place and production schedules, monitoring inventory levels, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, food safety, and product excellence. You will work closely with the Pastry Sous Chef and Executive Pastry Chef to support menu development, seasonal offerings, and innovation within the pastry department.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and baking of pastries, cakes, breads, desserts, and other bakery products according to established recipes and standards.
• Ensure consistency in the quality, taste, texture, and presentation of all pastry and bakery items.
• Support the Pastry & Bakery Chef de Partie and senior chefs in daily production activities.
• Prepare mise-en-place and ensure all ingredients, tools, and equipment are ready for service and production.
• Assist in the preparation of seasonal pastries, specialty cakes, desserts, breads, and promotional menu items.
• Monitor stock levels of pastry and bakery ingredients and report shortages to supervisors.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients in accordance with FIFO procedures.
• Check ingredients for freshness, quality, and suitability before use.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic pastry and bakery workstation at all times.
• Adhere to food safety regulations, HACCP standards, and hygiene practices.
• Assist with pastry and bakery production for banquets, events, and high-volume operations.
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain bakery and pastry equipment, reporting any maintenance requirements promptly.
• Minimize food wastage through efficient preparation, handling, and portion control.
• Support inventory checks, stock counts, and receiving of pastry and bakery supplies as required.
• Participate in training sessions, kitchen briefings, and team meetings to enhance technical skills and product knowledge.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Assist other culinary sections when required and contribute to a positive and productive team environment.
• Comply with all company policies, health and safety regulations, and sanitation standards.
• Follow instructions from senior chefs and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop pastry and bakery skills

A suitable candidate should have 1-2 years of experience in a pastry and bakery kitchen, preferably within a luxury hotel, resort, bakery, or restaurant environment. The ideal candidate should possess a basic understanding of pastry, bakery, and dessert preparation techniques, strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for producing high-quality products. The candidate should be eager to learn, demonstrate attention to detail, and be able to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in English is required; additional language skills will be an advantage.

At One&Only creating JOY is at the forefront of everything we do. If you are the one to make every detail count & are bold to go beyond the obvious in every task assigned with positive energy & have the passion to make it happen, then we are looking for you.

We Thank You for your interest at Kerzner – The One&Only Resorts. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.