Pastry Chef - Mercure Miri City Centre

Mercure Hotels; Alor Setar; On-site; MYR 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Alor Setar seeks a Pastry Chef to oversee the production of pastries and other baked goods. The role requires ensuring food quality, maintaining kitchen standards, and working in a dynamic environment. Applicants should hold a culinary qualification with at least three years of experience in a similar position.

Benefits

Employee benefit card for discounted rates at Accor hotels worldwide.

Opportunities for professional development through learning programs.

Potential for career growth within the property and globally.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for production of pastries, desserts, breads, and other baked products.
• Monitor food quality and consistency to meet high standards.
• Enforce strict control over kitchen access and hygiene.

Skills

Food Safety and Hygiene Standards

Culinary Skills

English Proficiency

Education

Certificate or diploma from a recognized Culinary School

Job description

Company Description

Hotel for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences

Mercure Miri City Centre features 172 contemporary and stylish appointed rooms and suites with extensive dining options, two dedicated floors of the conference and banqueting facilities, inclusive of the hotel's social hub, Ruai Co-working Space.

Job Description

This position is responsible for the production of all pastries, desserts, breads and other baked products.

• Monitor food quality and consistency to ensure all dishes served to guests meet the highest standards.
• Perform yield testing and product identification; ensure proper rotation and labeling in accordance with food produce specifications.
• Oversee daily dry and general stores, ensuring all perishable goods delivered comply with written product specifications, with extra attention to imported and seasonal items.
• Conduct weekly kitchen walkthroughs and collaborate with Chief Steward to maintain kitchen sanitation and ensure engineering maintenance standards are met.
• Provide hands-on demonstrations of various international cuisines through food tastings as needed.
• Monitor food orders to minimize wastage and ensure efficient product utilization at all times.
• Enforce strict control over kitchen access, ensuring only authorized personnel enter and follow occupational health department guidelines.
• Ensure all equipment and perishable items are stored in designated areas following hygienic standards.
• Coordinate closely with the receiving department and storeroom to confirm that all goods received meet the hotel’s quality and specification standards.
• Update recipes, costing, and menu plans for ongoing promotions.
  
  

Qualifications

Who we’re looking for:

• Certificate or diploma from a recognized Culinary School
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Good proficiency in spoken and written English
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  
  

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR ACCOR

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor hotels worldwide.
• Develop your talent through Accor’s learning programs.
• Opportunity to grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to contribute to the community and make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities.
  
  

Please note: Due to local regulations on hiring, only local talent will be considered for this position.