Sous Chef - Pastry

PALAZZO VERSACE DUBAI; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Dubai is seeking a talented Sous Chef – Pastry to assist in managing the pastry section and creating high-quality pastries. Ideal candidates should have a culinary degree and 3-5 years of experience in a luxury hotel or fine dining environment. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and creativity are essential. This role ensures compliance with food safety standards and involves collaboration with culinary teams to develop new dessert concepts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a luxury hotel or fine dining pastry kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of classic and modern pastry techniques.
• Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in managing the pastry section.
• Prepare and produce a variety of pastries and desserts.
• Supervise and mentor pastry team members.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with other culinary teams for new dessert concepts.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Organization

Communication skills

Education

Culinary degree or diploma

Job description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Sous Chef – Pastry to join our dynamic culinary team. The ideal candidate will assist the Executive Pastry Chef in creating, preparing, and presenting high-quality pastries, desserts, and bakery items that meet our luxury standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in managing the pastry section, ensuring consistency, quality, and creativity in all products.
• Prepare and produce a variety of pastries, desserts, bread, and confections according to the hotel’s standards.
• Supervise and mentor pastry team members, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with other culinary teams to develop new dessert concepts and seasonal menus.
• Monitor inventory, control costs, and maintain equipment and supplies in optimal condition.
• Participate in special events, banquets, and high-profile functions as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Culinary degree or diploma with specialization in pastry or baking.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a luxury hotel or fine dining pastry kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of classic and modern pastry techniques.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.