Pastry Junior Chef: Desserts & Pastry Arts

AccorHotels Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 45,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

AccorHotels Middle East is seeking a dedicated Pastry Cook to join our pastry team in Abu Dhabi. You will assist in preparing pastries, desserts, and other pastry items while supporting the Jr. Sous Chef and senior colleagues in daily kitchen operations.

You will follow established recipes, maintain high quality and presentation, and uphold HACCP food safety standards in a fast-paced, multicultural hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a pastry kitchen, hotel, resort, or high-volume bakery environment.
• Basic knowledge of pastry techniques, baking methods, and dessert preparation.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain quality standards.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail, creativity, and passion for pastry arts.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a multicultural team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, cakes, bread, chocolates, and other pastry items according to established recipes and standards.
• Support the Jr. Sous Chef and senior team members in daily kitchen operations, including mise en place, baking, decoration, and finishing of products.
• Ensure all pastry items are prepared with excellent quality, taste, texture, and presentation.
• Follow standard recipes, portion controls, and food presentation guidelines to maintain consistency.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen, workstations, equipment, and storage areas in compliance with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Properly handle, store, and label ingredients to ensure freshness and minimize wastage.
• Assist with buffet setups, banquets, à la carte pastry orders, and special events as required.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate any shortages or requirements to the Jr. Sous Chef.
• Ensure proper use and care of kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues promptly.
• Follow hotel policies, safety procedures, and Novotelbrand standards at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Quality control

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

AccorHotels Middle East is seeking a dedicated Pastry Cook to join our pastry team in Abu Dhabi. You will assist in preparing pastries, desserts, and other pastry items while supporting the Jr. Sous Chef and senior colleagues in daily kitchen operations.

You will follow established recipes, maintain high quality and presentation, and uphold HACCP food safety standards in a fast-paced, multicultural hotel environment.