Pastry Sous Chef

Shangri-La; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in the UAE is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to oversee kitchen operations. The role involves managing a team, ensuring quality and cleanliness, and creating exquisite pastries. Ideal candidates should have solid experience, leadership skills, and be fluent in English.

Qualifications

• Solid experience as a Pastry Sous Chef in hotels.
• Leadership skills with the ability to coach, train, and develop others.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the consistency of various preparations within the kitchen.
• Manage and supervise the pastry kitchen team.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Self-motivation

Job description

Shangri-La Jeddah

Anchored on the new Jeddah Waterfront along the shores of the Red Sea, Shangri-La Jeddah sets a new standard for luxury in the city. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the hotel invite the outdoors in, and the stylish interiors reflect the endless blue of the sea and sandy beaches right outside. A dedicated Kids Club and supervised play area provide the canvas for families to create unforgettable memories, while innovative dining concepts promise to satisfy the most refined palates.

• 203 stylish rooms and suites plus 17 luxury serviced apartments
• 4 restaurants and lounges, including the legendary Shang Palace
• Convenient for Jeddah's popular landmarks and Red Sea Mall
• 116 privately owned Burj Assila Residences

Job Summary :

The Pastry Sous Chef will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations of the pastry kitchen, ensuring the creation and delivery of exquisite pastries, desserts, and baked goods to exceed the expectations of our guests, and ensuring hygiene and cleanliness throughout the kitchen to maintain food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee the consistency of various preparations within the kitchen to ensure quality and adherence to standard recipes.
• Manage and supervise the pastry kitchen team, ensuring efficient and effective operations.
• Ensure proper levels of par stocks and supplies according to daily production sheets, menus, and banquets.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen, complying with health department regulations.
• Prepare daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Prepare all dishes following recipes and yield guides.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to pastry kitchen staff, fostering a positive work environment.

What we are looking for :

• Solid experience as a Pastry Sous Chef in hotels.
• Leadership skills with the ability to coach, train, and develop others.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong leadership, self-motivation, and excellent communication skills.