Demi Chef de Partie: Master Pastry in Busy Kitchen

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie in the Pastry Kitchen to support the Chef de Partie and team in producing pastries, desserts and baked goods to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years pastry experience, strong pastry knowledge, and a passion for high-quality presentation, with solid food safety practices and teamwork in a fast-paced luxury kitchen.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary or pastry qualification from a recognized institution.
• 2–3 years’ pastry or bakery experience in a professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and baking processes.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Creative flair and passion for high-quality pastries and desserts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and cooking of pastries, desserts, and baked items.
• Manage a specific pastry kitchen section for timely delivery of items.
• Follow recipes and standards to ensure consistency in taste, portion size, and presentation.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory checks.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with the Chef de Partie and kitchen staff during busy periods.
• Assist in proper storage of food, ensuring FIFO and correct labeling.
• Support training of junior kitchen staff and kitchen porters as needed.
• Comply with health and safety regulations to maintain a safe kitchen environment.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Dessert preparation

Recipe following

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Organizational skills

Time-management

Teamwork

Creative flair

Education

Formal culinary or pastry qualification

Job description

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie in the Pastry Kitchen to support the Chef de Partie and team in producing pastries, desserts and baked goods to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years pastry experience, strong pastry knowledge, and a passion for high-quality presentation, with solid food safety practices and teamwork in a fast-paced luxury kitchen.