Pastry Chef De Partie

Calo; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthy food company in Dubai is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef De Partie to manage the kitchen activities. This role involves overseeing the pastry team, ensuring quality standards, and leading the production of baked goods. The ideal candidate has extensive experience (5-6 years) in the hospitality industry and holds a chef training qualification in pastry. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential to maintain team performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in hospitality and catering industry.
• Experience as a Pastry CDP.
• Currently residing in the UAE.
• Proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient kitchen operation meeting quality standards.
• Lead pastry team and manage staff performance.
• Handle in-house baked goods production.
• Communicate tasks clearly to team members.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Chef training course in pastry

Job description

About Calo

Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. Launched in Bahrain in November 2019, we are a team driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

Role Overview

To function as the Pastry Chef De Partie for the Calo Dubai Kitchen, to work alongside the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, monitoring ordering, and stocking. The successful candidate will apply culinary and managerial skills to maintain and enhance customer satisfaction.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely manner that meets Calo’s quality standards
• Lead the pastry team in a timely and efficient manner
• Be in charge of launching the in-house baked goods production process
• Fill in for the section head in planning and directing food preparation when necessary
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation
• Manage and train kitchen staff, establish a working schedule, and assess staff’s performance
• Must be able to clearly communicate tasks to team members
• Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately
• Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers
• Produce high-quality plates, both in design and taste

Ideal Candidate

Qualifications

• Must have had previous experience as a Pastry CDP
• Must have a minimum of 5-6 years of experience within the hospitality and catering industry
• The candidate should have a minimum qualification of attending a chef’s training course in pastry
• Must be currently present in the UAE
• Must be a proficient communicator in English

Knowledge & Competency

• Has had team-leading experiences
• Exceptional proven ability in kitchen management
• Ability to divide responsibilities and monitor progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes

Personality

• Strong communicator
• Pleasant personality and ability to lead with empathy and patience
• Customer service mindset