Pastry Chef - Jumeirah Mina Al Salam

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

Job summary

A leading luxury hospitality brand in the UAE seeks an experienced Pastry Chef to create exceptional desserts and pastries. The role requires innovation in menu design, leadership of a skilled staff, and collaboration with management to ensure high standards. With over 10 years of experience in luxury environments, candidates will enjoy tax-free earnings, generous benefits, and a vibrant work atmosphere.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Generous F&B benefits

Reduced hotel rates

Excellent leave and healthcare package

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of international experience in five-star hotels.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficient in English (Read/Write/Speak).

Responsibilities

• Create a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods.
• Train and supervise pastry staff, ensuring best practices.
• Manage cost of ingredients and implement cost control measures.

Skills

Leadership

Menu Development

Team Management

Culinary Innovation

Education

College Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

About Jumeirah:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 exceptional properties across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and since then the brand has become known for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels, and exclusive branded residences. Jumeirah is synonymous with Arabian luxury hospitality and the ability to craft distinctive, purposeful experiences for the world’s most discerning travelers.

About Madinat Jumeirah:

Set along a two-kilometers stretch of private coastline, Madinat Jumeirah is a beachfront resort comprising four distinctive hotels. Each offers uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, with experiences ranging from the contemporary elegance of Jumeirah Al Naseem to the majestic Arabesque charm of Jumeirah Al Qasr. Guests can also enjoy the serene waterfront setting of Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and the secluded Arabian houses of Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf. Together, they form a one-of-a-kind destination rooted in Arabian luxury hospitality. The resort features over 20 curated restaurants and lounges, the traditional Souk Madinat Jumeirah, dedicated kids’ clubs and some of the region’s most versatile event and conference spaces.

About the Job:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for aPastry Chefto join Jumeirah Mina Al Salam. The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

• Create a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods, including cakes, tarts, cookies, and confections, ensuring high quality and consistency.
• Develop and refine recipes, experimenting with new ingredients and techniques to create innovative and appealing pastry offerings.
• Collaborate with management to design and plan pastry menus that align with seasonal trends and customer preferences.
• Source and manage high-quality ingredients, maintaining inventory levels and ensuring proper storage and handling to prevent spoilage and waste.
• Train and supervise pastry staff, providing guidance on techniques, standards, and best practices to ensure effective team performance and skill development.
• Manage the cost of ingredients and supplies, implementing cost control measures to maintain profitability while ensuring high-quality output.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Brings over 10 years of international experience within five-star hotels and restaurants, with a strong foundation in luxury service environments.
• Recognized for strong leadership and team management skills, fostering high-performing teams and collaborative work environments.
• College Degree in Culinary Arts or similar from an accredited Culinary School.
• Expert in menu development, pricing, production, and delivery skills.
• Proficient in English (Read/Write/Speak).

Aboutthe Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package including dental coverage, life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.