Pastry Chef-InterContinental Bahrain

InterContinental Hotels Group; Manama; On-site; BHD 14,000 - 17,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hotel chain in Manama is seeking a talented Pastry Chef to oversee their Pastry Kitchen. You will supervise the preparation and quality of desserts and baked goods, ensuring high standards are met. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of culinary experience, including a leadership role in a five-star environment. Competitive salary and extensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Monthly Service charge

Fully furnished accommodation with free internet

Employee meals at our Flavours Cafe

Opportunities for promotion and transfer

30 days vacation leave plus 14 public holidays

Discounted room rates for family and friends

Employee recognition programmes

Access to free online courses

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Pastry Chef or in a relevant role in a 5-star hotel.
• 5+ years’ experience as a chef, including 2 years in a managerial capacity.
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP norms and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the Pastry Kitchen.
• Supervise preparation, baking, and finishing of desserts and baked goods.
• Ensure quality standards and control costs.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Service attitude

Education

Degree or certificate in Culinary Arts and Pastry

Job description

Overview

Whip up delectable delights as our Pastry Chef! You are not just a baker - you are a true artisan, a painter with a palette of butter, sugar, and spice. Your hands will transform simple ingredients into edible works of art that ignite the senses and satisfy the soul.

As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental brand.

Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambiance where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience.

If you'd like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we'd like to welcome you to the world's most international luxury hotel brand.

Located in the business and leisure hub of the city, InterContinental Regency Bahrain offers its guests the perfect location from where to explore the exciting face of Manama. The hotel offers 304 spacious rooms including 4 club floors and 36 luxurious suites. Each room is designed to meet the needs and the expectations of the modern traveler. From sophisticated dining experiences to a taste of traditional romance, InterContinental Regency Bahrain offers its guest new tastes and unique gourmet treats. With a wide selection of dining options ranging from international, Italian, steakhouse and lounges, InterContinental Regency Bahrain promises to delight your palate.

Your day to day

As a Pastry Chef, you will manage all aspects of the Pastry Kitchen. Supervise the preparation, baking and finishing of desserts, breads and baked goods in accordance with departmental quality standards. As a Pastry Chef, you will direct the operation of the pastry and bakery sections, including food preparation and quality, physical maintenance, and inventory functions, to ensure hotel quality standards and revenue goals are met and food and supply costs are controlled.

What we need from you

• Proven experience as Pastry Chef, baker or relevant role in a 5 star hotel
• Degree or certificate in Culinary Arts and Pastry
• 5+ years’ experience as a chef including at least 2 years in supervisory/managerial capacity
• In depth knowledge of HACCP norms and hygiene standards
• Demonstrating a ‘service’ attitude
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Highly organized and focused

What we offer

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

As a sneak peak, here are some of our benefits you will enjoy:

• Monthly Service charge
• Fully furnished accommodation with free internet, lounge and gym facility
• Employee meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and tea break) at our Flavours Cafe
• Opportunities for promotion and transfer across the IHG hotels
• 30 days vacation leave plus 14 days public holidays per year
• Discounted international/worldwide room rates for yourself, family and friends
• Employee recognition programmes
• Access to free online courses

If you feel that you’ve got what we are looking for, apply now!

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