Pastry Chef de Cuisine - Luxury Resort Leader

Dubai Holding; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury beachside resort in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Chef De Cuisine for the Pastry team. You will lead the pastry kitchen, develop creative menus, and oversee food production to ensure quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have over five years of pastry experience, including leadership roles, and hold a formal culinary qualification. The position offers competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits in a stimulating work environment.

Benefits

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Access to Learning & Development programmes

Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays

Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance

Performance-based incentives

Paid annual leave

Qualifications

• Over five years of pastry experience in a five-star international hotel, including two years in a senior pastry leadership role.
• Completed pastry-focused chef training or apprenticeship of at least one year.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and high attention to detail in line with pastry quality and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supervises pastry kitchen staff, ensuring culinary standards.
• Develops menus and recipes, ensuring quality and presentation.
• Oversees daily food production and compliance with health regulations.
• Manages service operations, ensuring consistent execution of culinary standards.
• Conducts staff training on equipment usage and hygiene practices.
• Maintains operational documentation and administrative controls.

Skills

Pastry experience

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Hotel Management or Pastry/Baking Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Recipe or pastry production software

Job description

A luxury beachside resort in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Chef De Cuisine for the Pastry team. You will lead the pastry kitchen, develop creative menus, and oversee food production to ensure quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have over five years of pastry experience, including leadership roles, and hold a formal culinary qualification. The position offers competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits in a stimulating work environment.