Pastry Senior Chef de Partie (CDP)

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

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Dubai is seeking a Pastry Senior Chef de Partie to oversee operations of the pastry section. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in high-end pastry preparation, strong leadership skills, and a passion for culinary arts. This role involves hands-on production and managing a team in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high quality and creativity in desserts and baked goods.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of professional pastry experience in high-end hotels, restaurants, or patisseries.
• Proven skills in dessert and pastry preparation techniques.
• Strong knowledge of hygiene, food safety, and HACCP regulations.
• Creativity in flavor pairing, presentation, and menu development.
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate a pastry team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the pastry section to ensure high-quality output.
• Collaborate with the Head Pastry Chef on menu development.
• Take charge of stock control and ordering supplies.
• Inspire and train others within the pastry team.
• Maintain production standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

Skills

Dessert preparation

Bakery techniques

Creativity in flavor pairing

Time management

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

SpecialismProject Management / Operations / Strategy

The Pastry Senior Chef de Partie (CDP) plays a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the pastry section, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality desserts, baked goods, and specialty items. This role involves hands-on production as well as managing junior pastry staff, ensuring consistency, creativity, and adherence to hygiene and safety standards. The Senior CDP is expected to collaborate with the Head Pastry Chef on menu development, seasonal offerings, and new product trials. In addition to maintaining production standards, the Senior CDP takes charge of stock control, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste through efficient planning and portion control. The role requires strong technical baking skills, an artistic eye for detail, and the ability to inspire and train others within the pastry team. This position is suited for professionals who are passionate about pastry arts and thrive in a fast-paced, quality-driven kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the pastry section and ensure high-quality desserts, baked goods, and specialty items.
• Perform hands-on production while managing junior pastry staff, ensuring consistency, creativity, and adherence to hygiene and safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Head Pastry Chef on menu development, seasonal offerings, and new product trials.
• Take charge of stock control, ordering supplies, and minimizing waste through efficient planning and portion control.
• Inspire and train others within the pastry team; maintain production standards in a fast-paced, quality-driven kitchen.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of professional pastry experience in high-end hotels, restaurants, or patisseries
• Proven skills in dessert, bakery, and pastry preparation techniques
• Strong knowledge of hygiene, food safety, and HACCP regulations
• Creativity in flavor pairing, presentation, and menu development
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate a pastry team
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in stock control and waste minimization practices
• Flexibility to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment