Pastry Chef jobs in United Arab Emirates
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Senior Pastry Chef — Luxury Resort Creations
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Lead Pastry Artisan & Menu Innovator
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Lead Pastry Chef: Baklava & Dessert Artisan
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Lead Pastry Chef: Creative Bakery & Team Leader
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Hilton
Chef De Party- Pastry Section
Swiss Connect Solutions
Pastry Kitchen Lead: Craft, Cost Control & Mentorship
AccorHotel
Lead Kitchen & Pastry Artist — Culinary Leader
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Pastry Chef
Job summary
A leading hospitality firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to oversee the pastry section. Responsibilities include crafting a variety of baked goods, developing new menu items with the culinary team, and training junior staff. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in pastry, with a focus on creativity and professionalism. This role requires excellent leadership and time management skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum 4-5 years of pastry kitchen experience, with at least 1-2 years in a lead role.
- HACCP Certified with a strong understanding of food safety and sanitation.
- Proficient in a variety of pastry techniques, doughs and decorations.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the production of pastries, desserts, cakes and other baked goods.
- Develop new menu items in collaboration with the culinary team.
- Train and supervise junior pastry staff and commis.
Skills
Education
We are looking for a talented and experienced Pastry Chef to lead the pastry section and craft a variety of baked goods and desserts that meet high standards of taste, texture and presentation. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for pastry arts and a creative yet detail‑oriented mindset.
- Oversee the production of pastries, desserts, cakes and other baked goods.
- Develop new menu items in collaboration with the culinary team.
- Manage daily mise en place, baking and decorating tasks.
- Ensure consistency in taste, appearance and portion control.
- Monitor stock levels, order supplies and reduce waste.
- Enforce hygiene and food safety practices (HACCP compliance).
- Train and supervise junior pastry staff and commis.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pastry section.
- Minimum 4‑5 years of pastry kitchen experience, with at least 1‑2 years in a lead role.
- Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Pastry Arts, Hospitality or Tourism or a related field.
- HACCP Certified with a strong understanding of food safety and sanitation.
- Proficient in a variety of pastry techniques, doughs and decorations.
- Creative, artistic and precise with plating and flavor combinations.
- Excellent team leadership, time management and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a busy kitchen environment.
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