Assistant Pastry Chef

TradesApp; Muscat; On-site; OMR 3,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

TradesApp is seeking an Assistant Pastry Chef to support the Pastry Chef in preparing high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, and baked products. Assist with daily kitchen operations while upholding quality and presentation standards.

Requirements include 2–3 years in pastry/kitchen roles, knowledge of pastry techniques, and strong food-safety practices. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen and to collaborate with team members is essential.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Pastry knowledge

Baking techniques

Recipe following

Food safety

Organization

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

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.