Pastry Chef (225-1008)

TALENTMATE; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment and staffing platform is seeking a mid-level Pastry Chef in Sharjah, UAE. The role focuses on creating high-quality pastries and desserts, leading a team, and ensuring adherence to food safety regulations. Applicants should have a diploma in culinary arts and at least three years of experience. This full-time position offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience as a pastry chef in a restaurant.
• Strong knowledge and practice of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Demonstrated creativity in designing plated desserts and baked goods.

Responsibilities

• Create an array of baked goods including pastries, cakes, and breads.
• Train and mentor junior pastry staff to maintain quality standards.
• Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance to ensure functionality and safety.

Skills

Creativity in dessert design

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

Inventory management

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Diploma in culinary arts with a specialization in pastry

Job description

Overview

As a Pastry Chef, you are the creative powerhouse behind the delicious, visually stunning dessert offerings of our kitchen. The role demands a mix of artistry and culinary expertise, as you craft pastries, desserts, and baked goods from scratch. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality in taste, texture, and appearance, paying attention to dietary requirements and innovative presentation. With a keen eye for detail and an acute sense for flavors, you will lead a team that thrives on creating delightful experiences for our guests. Your contributions are crucial in maintaining and elevating our establishment’s reputation as a top dessert destination.

Responsibilities

• Create an array of baked goods including pastries, cakes, and breads.
• Develop original recipes that highlight seasonal ingredients and trends.
• Ensure consistency in taste and presentation in every dish served.
• Manage inventory of supplies, ordering ingredients as needed.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations in the kitchen environment.
• Train and mentor junior pastry staff to maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to innovate new dessert menus.
• Maintain detailed logs of all food preparation and production activities.
• Oversee kitchen equipment maintenance to ensure functionality and safety.
• Prepare special dessert orders for events, adapt to client requests.
• Monitor kitchen operational costs and make recommendations for efficiency.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of workstations at all times.

Requirements

• A diploma in culinary arts with a specialization in pastry.
• At least three years of experience as a pastry chef in a restaurant.
• Strong knowledge and practice of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Proficient in ingredient specification and inventory management.
• Demonstrated creativity in designing plated desserts and baked goods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead a diverse team.

Job Details

• Role Level: Mid-Level
• Work Type: Full-Time
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Sharjah
• Company Website: https://www.talentmate.com
• Job Function: Food & Beverage Services
• Company Industry/Sector: Recruitment & Staffing

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