Lead Pastry Chef de Partie — Luxury Hotel Desserts

Novotel & ibis Balikpapan; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chef de Partie - Pastry at Novotel & ibis Balikpapan in Abu Dhabi oversees a pastry section in a luxury hotel, ensuring the preparation, presentation and quality of pastries, desserts, cakes and bread to guest standards.

You will train junior pastry staff, contribute to seasonal menus, monitor waste, maintain HACCP compliance, and collaborate with the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of pastry experience in an upscale hotel, luxury resort, fine dining establishment, or renowned pastry operation.
• Previous experience as Demi Chef de Partie - Pastry or equivalent role preferred.
• Experience in large-scale banquet production is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a designated pastry section and ensure the preparation, presentation and quality of all pastries, desserts, cakes, breads and confectionery items served throughout the hotel.
• Prepare, produce and present high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, chocolates, breads and other bakery products in accordance with hotel standards and recipes.
• Monitor food production levels to meet business demands while minimizing waste.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, freshness and presentation; ensure proper storage and rotation of products following FIFO principles.
• Follow HACCP food safety, sanitation and hygiene procedures at all times; maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment.

Job description

The Chef de Partie - Pastry at Novotel & ibis Balikpapan in Abu Dhabi oversees a pastry section in a luxury hotel, ensuring the preparation, presentation and quality of pastries, desserts, cakes and bread to guest standards.

You will train junior pastry staff, contribute to seasonal menus, monitor waste, maintain HACCP compliance, and collaborate with the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.