Croissant Maker

JANA Group - Al Sorour Bakeries; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

JANA Group - Al Sorour Bakeries in Abu Dhabi is seeking a full-time Croissant Maker for on-site work. You will scale ingredients, laminate dough, and shape and bake croissants to established recipes and quality standards.

You will monitor times and temperatures, maintain a clean workstation, support production schedules, manage raw material inventory, and assist with new product trials. Early shifts, weekends, and holiday coverage may be required to meet daily production demands.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in pastry or bakery production, especially croissant and laminated dough.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards and basic HACCP principles in a commercial kitchen or industrial bakery.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes, production schedules and quality specifications with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake croissants and laminated pastry items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Scale ingredients, mix dough, laminate, shape, proof and bake as required.
• Monitor baking times and temperatures to ensure consistent texture, flavor and appearance.

Skills

Bakery production

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Company Description

Jana Group, established in 1986, is a leading food and beverage company in the UAE, specializing in manufacturing, distribution, and catering services. Through brands such as Al Sorour Bakeries and Jana Catering, the group produces a wide range of baked goods, snacks, and bread for retail, HORECA, and institutional clients. Jana Group supplies products to over 1,000 locations across the UAE, supported by an in-house logistics fleet that ensures safe and timely delivery. The company operates under strict food safety and quality standards that meet local and international regulations, focusing on nutritious offerings that exceed customer expectations. With over three decades of experience, Jana Group is known for innovation, reliability, and client-focused food solutions.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Croissant Maker role based in Abu Dhabi. The Croissant Maker prepares and bakes croissants and related pastry items, including scaling ingredients, mixing dough, laminating, shaping, proofing, and baking according to established recipes and quality standards. The role involves monitoring baking times and temperatures, ensuring consistency in texture, flavor, and appearance, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workstation in line with food safety and hygiene requirements. The Croissant Maker collaborates with the bakery team to meet production schedules, manage inventory of raw materials, and assist with new product trials or recipe improvements as needed. The role may also require early morning or shift-based work to support daily production demands.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in pastry or bakery production, particularly in croissant and laminated dough preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and basic HACCP principles in a commercial kitchen or industrial bakery environment.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes, production schedules, and quality specifications with strong attention to detail.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, handle baking equipment safely, and work in a fast-paced production area.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills, with reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Previous experience in large-scale or industrial baking operations in the UAE or GCC is an advantage.
• Basic numeracy and record-keeping skills for measuring ingredients and documenting production or waste.
• Willingness to work shifts, including early mornings, weekends, or holidays, depending on operational needs.