Assistant Pastry Chef

Burjline Builders; Muscat; On-site; OMR 6,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

Burjline Builders in Muscat is seeking an energetic Assistant Pastry Chef to support the Pastry Chef in preparing pastries, desserts, cakes, and baked goods to high standards. You will follow recipes, maintain cleanliness and food safety, and collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure consistent taste and presentation.

The role requires 2–3 years of pastry experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant pastry experience.
• Ability to follow recipes and production instructions.
• Knowledge of pastry techniques.
• Strong food safety and hygiene practices.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Culinary or pastry certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist pastry chef in preparing pastries, cakes, and breads.
• Prepare ingredients accurately according to recipes and production requirements.
• Decorate, plate, and present desserts and pastries.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, texture, and appearance.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry area.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Monitor ingredient stocks and report shortages to the Pastry Chef.
• Operate pastry equipment safely and correctly.
• Support development and testing of new products as needed.
• Coordinate daily preparation and production schedules.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff for smooth operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Pastry Chef or management.

Skills

Pastry

Baking

Food Safety

Hygiene

Time Management

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Stamina

Certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Assistant Pastry Chef to support the Pastry Chef in the preparation and production of high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, and baked products. The successful candidate will assist with daily kitchen operations while maintaining excellent standards of quality, hygiene, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Pastry Chef in preparing pastries, cakes, desserts, breads, and other baked products.
• Prepare and measure ingredients accurately according to recipes and production requirements.
• Assist with decorating, plating, and presentation of desserts and pastries.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, texture, and appearance.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen and workstations.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times.
• Monitor ingredient stocks and report shortages to the Pastry Chef.
• Properly store ingredients and finished products to maintain freshness and quality.
• Operate and maintain pastry equipment safely and correctly.
• Support the Pastry Chef in developing and testing new products when required.
• Assist with daily preparation and production schedules.
• Work effectively with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Pastry Chef or Kitchen Management.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Previous experience in a pastry kitchen, bakery, hotel, restaurant, or catering environment.
• Knowledge of pastry and baking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and production instructions accurately.
• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and strong focus on quality and presentation.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
• Culinary or pastry-related certification is an advantage.

Experience

2–3 years of relevant experience in pastry, bakery, hotel, restaurant, or catering operations is preferred.