Head Pastry Chef

FAIRMONT; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FAIRMONT seeks a Pastry Supervisor to oversee the preparation and presentation of pastry items. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing food stocks, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in an upscale hotel, strong communication skills, and a friendly demeanor.

Qualifications

• One to two years in a public contact position.
• Ability to use computers and sales systems.
• Gracious, friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Supervise food preparation and training of new staff.
• Promote safe kitchen practices and maintain hygiene standards.
• Control food costs and ensure quality of food.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Strong communication skills

Job description

Company Description

SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences is a luxury lifestyle 5-star city hotel which belongs to Ennismore under the wider Accor group umbrella.

Boasting 946 units, with 254 uniquely designed hotel rooms, 321 hotel apartments, and 371 Branded Residences, spread over 75 floors, SLS Dubai is one of the tallest hotels and residences in the region.

Awonderous and striking landmark in Downtown District, designed by the award-winning architects Aedas and interior designer Paul Bishop, the SLS Dubai is a unique cabinet of curiosities that never ceases to delight.

Job Description

• Responsible for all prepared pastry and food stocks (including dry stores), replenishing as necessary, and informing the Executive Chef of any shortages.
• Be aware of all relevant food suppliers, their products, and order accordingly based on business demand.
• Supervise the smooth and efficient service and production of food by liaising with other departments and restaurant staff, ensuring all work is completed before service begins.
• Supervise the training of all new staff members in the department.
• Promote the safe use of the kitchen, equipment, and building in compliance with Health and Safety at Work acts, hygiene, and other regulations.
• Ensure all food controls and temperatures are logged and adhered to at all times.
• Maintain standards of food preparation and presentation at all times.
• Complete all daily paperwork following company and government guidelines.
• Attend required training sessions.
• Monitor staff punctuality and follow up when needed.
• Ensure all department staff work hygienically and productively.
• Assist in preventing pilferage from dry stores and refrigeration.
• Control wastage by maintaining correct stock levels and rotation, avoiding overproduction and mis en place.
• Be aware of food cost percentages as per budget and assist in managing the department within these guidelines.
• Ensure section files and recipes are maintained and updated.
• Maintain quality control of all food prepared and cooked to the Executive Chef’s standards.
• Keep main cool rooms tidy and clean, especially after each service, to facilitate daily ordering.
• Ensure health marks are collected and correctly allocated.

Qualifications

• One to two years in a public contact position, preferably in an upscale or lifestyle brand hotel.
• Ability to enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
• Gracious, friendly, and fun demeanor.
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, and pay high attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Maintain positive and productive relationships with colleagues and departments.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to promote teamwork.