Executive Pastry & Bakery Chef — VIP Desserts & Events

Accor; Abu Dhabi; Presencial; AED 360 000 - 600 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Head of Pastry & Bakery to oversee operations across all outlets, banquets, and events. Lead and develop the pastry team, plan production, and collaborate with Culinary leadership to ensure exceptional product quality and presentation.

You will design innovative menus, introduce seasonal specialties, manage costs, and stay ahead of international pastry trends, while maintaining luxury service for VIP guests and hotel events.

Qualificações

• Minimum 8–10 years of pastry and bakery experience.
• 3–5 years in a senior leadership role in pastry.
• Extensive knowledge of international pastry techniques.
• Strong menu costing, budgeting, and inventory expertise.
• Experience managing large culinary teams.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee pastry and bakery operations across all outlets, restaurants, banquets, and events.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the pastry and bakery team.
• Ensure smooth daily operations and consistency in product quality and presentation.
• Plan production schedules based on business levels, occupancy, and events.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef to ensure seamless kitchen operations.
• Develop creative pastry, bakery, dessert, and confectionery menus.
• Introduce seasonal specialties, signature desserts, and new concepts.
• Ensure all products meet luxury hospitality standards in taste, texture, and presentation.
• Stay updated with international pastry trends and techniques.
• Create customized desserts for VIP guests and hotel events.
• Monitor food costs, production expenses, and budgets.
• Control waste and manage portions effectively.
• Manage inventory, stock rotation, and supplier coordination.
• Conduct regular recipe costing and yield analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency without sacrificing quality.
• Recruit, train, and develop pastry staff; conduct performance reviews.
• Prepare duty rosters and manage staffing according to needs.
• Identify training needs and implement development plans.
• Promote teamwork and a positive working environment.
• Ensure HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Conduct inspections of pastry production areas.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, temperature control, and handling of ingredients.
• Maintain consistency in recipes and portion sizes.
• Keep equipment and workstations in excellent condition.
• Ensure all pastry products reflect Fairmont luxury standards.
• Coordinate with F&B, Banquets, and other departments to meet guest expectations.
• Handle special guest requests and dietary requirements.
• Support promotions and seasonal events; drive guest satisfaction.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Menu costing

Inventory management

Budgeting

HACCP compliance

Food safety

Staff development

Communication

Problem solving

Quality control

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Head of Pastry & Bakery to oversee operations across all outlets, banquets, and events. Lead and develop the pastry team, plan production, and collaborate with Culinary leadership to ensure exceptional product quality and presentation.

You will design innovative menus, introduce seasonal specialties, manage costs, and stay ahead of international pastry trends, while maintaining luxury service for VIP guests and hotel events.