Sous Chef - Pastry Shop

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Leave policy

Incentive programs

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island is seeking a Pastry Sous Chef to lead the pastry kitchen within the Culinary team. The role focuses on maintaining high pastry quality, cost control, and efficient operations in a luxury 5-star setting.

You will oversee menu development, staff supervision, and adherence to HACCP while delivering exceptional guest experiences. Preference for culinary qualifications and extensive pastry leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification; culinary qualification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pastry, including cost control and pricing of ingredients and supplies.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the proven ability to motivate, mentor, and guide team members to achieve high-performance standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff and management.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a 5-star kitchen environment, including substantial experience in pastry and kitchen leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the Pastry kitchen to ensure efficiency, consistency, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Monitor resource consumption and optimize the use of equipment, ingredients, and inventory.
• Develop weekly set menus, monthly promotions, and seasonal offerings in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Lead, coach, and support the kitchen team to maintain high levels of performance, productivity, and teamwork.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, equipment, and utensils in compliance with HACCP, health, and safety regulations.
• Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality pastries and promptly address guest requests and feedback to enhance the dining experience.
• Continuously uphold and improve health and safety practices and carry out additional duties as assigned by the Senior Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Leadership

Cost control

Communication

Organizational skills

Basic computer literacy

Staff supervision

5-star kitchen experience

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Culinary qualification preferred

Job description

Job Description

Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE. Set to open in 2027, the resort will be located 50 miles from Dubai International Airport in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will offer 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants, lounges, and bars, a theater, and a beach club. It will feature multiple swimming and wading pools, water features, a five-star spa, a salon, a shopping promenade, and a celebrations and events center.

About The Position

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking a Sous Chef – Pastry Shop to join the Culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the Pastry kitchen to ensure efficiency, consistency, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Monitor resource consumption and optimize the use of equipment, ingredients, and inventory.
• Develop weekly set menus, monthly promotions, and seasonal offerings in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Lead, coach, and support the kitchen team to maintain high levels of performance, productivity, and teamwork.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, equipment, and utensils in compliance with HACCP, health, and safety regulations.
• Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality pastries and promptly address guest requests and feedback to enhance the dining experience.
• Continuously uphold and improve health and safety practices and carry out additional duties as assigned by the Senior Pastry Chef or Executive Chef.

About You

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification. Culinary qualification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pastry, including cost control and pricing of ingredients and supplies.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the proven ability to motivate, mentor, and guide team members to achieve high-performance standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff and management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to oversee inventory, staff schedules, and daily kitchen operations efficiently.
• High attention to detail, ensuring food quality, presentation standards, cleanliness, and full compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a 5-star kitchen environment, including substantial experience in pastry and kitchen leadership.
• Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to changing schedules based on business demands.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits

We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as incentive programs, and other employee benefits . The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicant s seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.