Pastry Chef

Accor Hotels; Ajman; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beachfront hotel in Ajman seeks an experienced Pastry Chef to join its culinary team. The role requires creativity in designing pastries and desserts, maintaining quality and hygiene standards, and leading a team. Ideal candidates should have formal culinary training and a proven track record in pastry production. This position promises an engaging work environment and opportunities for culinary innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to lead and train a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and produce a variety of pastries and desserts.
• Design new dessert menus collaborating with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene and safety standards are followed.

Skills

Creativity in pastry presentation

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Formal culinary/pastry training or equivalent certification

Job description

Fairmont Ajman is a beachfront 5-star hotel situated in Ajman, just 30 minutes away from the bustling metropolis of Dubai. Combining hospitality and elegance with a deep connection to our natural surrounds, Fairmont Ajman promises exceptional cultural, leisure and dining experiences in a truly spectacular setting. Featuring 252 guest rooms and suites complete with ample space and breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf, Fairmont Ajman presents travelers with all the comforts of home, alongside world-class service.

We are seeking a creative and passionate Pastry Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods while ensuring consistency, presentation, and adherence to hygiene and safety standards. This role requires innovation, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and produce a wide variety of pastries, desserts, and bakery items.
• Design and develop new dessert menus and seasonal specials in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and rotation of ingredients.
• Monitor food cost, portion control, and minimize wastage.
• Supervise and train pastry team members, providing guidance and motivation.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene, sanitation, and safety standards are strictly followed.
• Stay updated with pastry trends, techniques, and innovations to enhance menu offerings.
• Collaborate with banquet and restaurant teams to customize dessert menus for special events.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role in a hotel or resort.
• Formal culinary/pastry training or equivalent certification.
• Strong creative and artistic skills in pastry and dessert presentation.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.