Pastry Chef – Chocolate

Forward Hospitality Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Hospitality Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a creative Pastry Chef specialising in chocolate to develop premium chocolate creations and signature pastry products for our luxury hotel portfolio.

You will lead chocolate tempering, moulding, ganache and decoration techniques, maintain quality and cost controls, ensure food safety, and collaborate with kitchen teams to push culinary innovation and brand excellence.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in pastry, bakery, or confectionery.
• Proven experience as Chocolatier, Chocolate Chef, or Pastry Chef specialising in chocolate.
• Experience in premium bakeries, luxury hotels, or fine-dining establishments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Create premium chocolates, pralines, truffles, bonbons, and chocolate-based desserts.
• Develop new and innovative chocolate and pastry products.
• Demonstrate expertise in chocolate tempering, moulding, ganache, and decoration techniques.
• Maintain high standards of product quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Manage ingredient usage, recipe standardisation, and product costing.

Skills

Chocolate craftsmanship

Pastry product development

Chocolate tempering

Decoration techniques

Quality standards

Food costing

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Education

Professional qualification in pastry, bakery, or confectionery

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a creative and passionate Pastry Chef specialising in chocolate, with strong expertise in chocolate craftsmanship and pastry development. The ideal candidate will develop innovative, premium-quality chocolate creations and support the development of unique pastry products that enhance our brand offering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create premium chocolates, pralines, truffles, bonbons, and chocolate-based desserts.
• Develop new and innovative chocolate and pastry products.
• Demonstrate expertise in chocolate tempering, moulding, ganache, and decoration techniques.
• Maintain high standards of product quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Manage ingredient usage, recipe standardisation, and product costing.

Key Competencies:

• Advanced chocolate craftsmanship and confectionery skills.
• Creativity and innovation in product development.
• Strong pastry-making and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Knowledge of food costing, portion control, and waste management.
• Teamwork, time management, and effective communication.

Requirements:

• Professional qualification in pastry, bakery, or confectionery.
• Proven experience as a Chocolatier, Chocolate Chef, or Pastry Chef specialising in chocolate.
• Experience in premium bakeries, luxury hotels, or fine-dining establishments is an advantage.