Head Pastry Chef - Luxury Hotel Banquets & Desserts

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Culinary training and development programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a talented Pastry Chef for the InterContinental Abu Dhabi. This role involves leading the Pastry and Bakery section, ensuring culinary excellence and team performance. You will manage all aspects of pastry production while collaborating with other kitchen leaders.

The ideal candidate has over five years of experience in luxury hospitality and strong skills in team leadership and cost control. IHG offers competitive salaries and benefits in a prestigious working environment.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of experience in pastry and bakery operations within luxury hotels.
• Two to three years of experience in a senior or supervisory pastry role.
• Strong expertise in high-volume banquet production.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations of the Pastry and Bakery kitchen.
• Train, supervise, and motivate the pastry and bakery team.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Leadership and team development

Food cost control

Inventory management

Education

Formal culinary or pastry qualification

Job description

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a talented Pastry Chef for the InterContinental Abu Dhabi. This role involves leading the Pastry and Bakery section, ensuring culinary excellence and team performance. You will manage all aspects of pastry production while collaborating with other kitchen leaders.

The ideal candidate has over five years of experience in luxury hospitality and strong skills in team leadership and cost control. IHG offers competitive salaries and benefits in a prestigious working environment.