Pastry Demi Chef De Partie

Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced pastry chef to join our hotel kitchen. You will prepare and cook bakery items following recipes, quality standards and presentation guidelines, while maintaining efficient production in a high-volume setting.

The role requires 2-3 years in a pastry kitchen, preferably in a hotel or resort, with strong teamwork and attention to detail. You must be able to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as needed, and uphold food safety and

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a pastry kitchen, preferably within a hotel, resort, or upscale restaurant environment.
• Experience in preparing a variety of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads, and specialty bakery items.
• Familiarity with high-volume production and quality control standards.
• Strong knowledge of pastry, bakery, and dessert preparation techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistent product quality.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and creativity in presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
• Safely and appropriately use baking and measuring tools/equipment/appliances to prepare baked foods.
• Follow and ensure compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene procedures.
• Check and ensure correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food, and report issues to management.
• Monitor the quality of food prepared and portions served throughout shift.

Skills

Pastry kitchen

Volume production

Dessert preparation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Presentation

Following recipes

Tools

Bakery equipment

Job description

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and food prep checklists. Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use. Safely and appropriately use baking and measuring tools/equipment/appliances to prepare baked foods. Follow and ensure compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene procedures. Check and ensure correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food, and report issues to management. Wash and disinfect kitchen area; set-up and break-down work station; and follow and ensure compliance with sanitation and cleaning procedures. Monitor the quality of food prepared and portions served throughout shift.

Follow all company policies and procedures, including safety and security; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support team to reach common goals. Comply with quality expectations and standards. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a pastry kitchen, preferably within a hotel, resort, or upscale restaurant environment
• Experience in preparing a variety of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads, and specialty bakery items
• Familiarity with high-volume production and quality control standards
• Strong knowledge of pastry, bakery, and dessert preparation techniques
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistent product quality
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Attention to detail and creativity in presentation
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required