Chef Artist

Accorhotel; Doha; On-site; QAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted rates

Academy programs

CSR activities

Career development

Job summary

La Cigale Hotel, managed by Accor, in Doha seeks a skilled Culinary Artist to craft fruit carvings, ice sculptures, and themed pastry showpieces for high-profile events. You will develop creative displays, ensure top-tier presentation and food hygiene, and collaborate with culinary and events teams to meet tight deadlines.

Ideal candidates have proven experience in fruit carving, pastry decoration, and ice carving, plus strong artistic flair and portfolio evidence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef Artist, Culinary Artist, Fruit Carver, Pastry Artist, Ice Carver, or similar role.
• Culinary or pastry qualification preferred.
• Demonstrated practical experience in fruit carving, pastry decoration, and ice carving.
• Strong artistic and creative abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of pastry, dessert, fruit preparation, food presentation, and decorative techniques.
• Ability to create and interpret artistic designs and sketches.
• Knowledge of safe handling and operation of carving tools and equipment.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict event deadlines.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• A professional portfolio of fruit carvings, pastry creations, and ice sculptures is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create artistic fruit and vegetable carvings and buffet displays.
• Design and produce ice sculptures and carvings for events and special occasions.
• Prepare and decorate artistic pastries cakes desserts chocolate and sugar showpieces.
• Develop creative concepts and themed culinary displays.
• Maintain high standards of quality presentation hygiene and safety.
• Work closely with culinary and event teams to deliver projects on time.
• Develop creative concepts and sketches for ice sculptures and other culinary artwork.
• Select and prepare suitable ice blocks and use appropriate carving tools and equipment safely.
• Ensure precision symmetry finishing stability and visual quality of ice sculptures.
• Create artistic plating garnishes edible decorations and themed food displays.
• Collaborate with chefs pastry teams event planners designers and creative teams to develop complete culinary displays.
• Experiment with new culinary techniques textures colors shapes and artistic concepts.
• Prepare prototypes and samples for new food and ice-carving concepts.
• Support food styling photography demonstrations exhibitions and culinary events.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene food safety presentation and workmanship.
• Maintain and safely operate carving tools kitchen equipment and other artistic equipment.
• Manage materials ingredients ice blocks tools and equipment efficiently.
• Complete projects within agreed timelines and event schedules.

Skills

Fruit carving

Ice carving

Pastry decoration

Culinary artistry

Food presentation

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

• Create artistic fruit and vegetable carvings and buffet displays
• Design and produce ice sculptures and carvings for events and special occasions
• Prepare and decorate artistic pastries cakes desserts chocolate and sugar showpieces
• Develop creative concepts and themed culinary displays
• Maintain high standards of quality presentation hygiene and safety
• Work closely with culinary and event teams to deliver projects on time
• Develop creative concepts and sketches for ice sculptures and other culinary artwork
• Select and prepare suitable ice blocks and use appropriate carving tools and equipment safely
• Ensure precision symmetry finishing stability and visual quality of ice sculptures
• Create artistic plating garnishes edible decorations and themed food displays
• Collaborate with chefs pastry teams event planners designers and creative teams to develop complete culinary displays
• Experiment with new culinary techniques textures colors shapes and artistic concepts
• Prepare prototypes and samples for new food and ice-carving concepts
• Support food styling photography demonstrations exhibitions and culinary events
• Maintain high standards of hygiene food safety presentation and workmanship
• Maintain and safely operate carving tools kitchen equipment and other artistic equipment
• Manage materials ingredients ice blocks tools and equipment efficiently
• Complete projects within agreed timelines and event schedules

La Cigale Hotel Managed by Accor is a prestigious five-star luxury hotel situated in the dynamic center of Doha Qatar Recognized as a prominent landmark for both business and leisure travelers the hotel offers 225 elegantly appointed rooms and suites nine exceptional dining and entertainment outlets including two nightlife venues and outdoor seating areas two modern ballrooms a 490 sqm gymnasium a 20-meter indoor swimming pool and a full-service deluxe spa Designed as an urban sanctuary La Cigale blends contemporary sophistication with world-class hospitality Conveniently located in central Doha the hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Al Sadd Metro Station and a 30-minute drive from Hamad International Airport offering seamless access to the city s commercial and cultural hubs

As part of Accor a global leader in hospitality La Cigale Hotel is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences while fostering an inclusive and growth-driven environment for its team

What is in it for you

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities

Why work for Accor

We are far more than a worldwide leader We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality We support you to grow and learn every day making sure that work brings purpose to your life so that during your journey with us you can continue to explore Accor s limitless possibilities By joining Accor every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow s hospitality Discover the life that awaits you at Accor visit https careers accor com Do what you love care for the world dare to challenge the status quo

BELIMITLESS

• Proven experience as a Chef Artist, Culinary Artist, Fruit Carver, Pastry Artist, Ice Carver, or similar role.
• Culinary or pastry qualification preferred.
• Demonstrated practical experience in fruit carving, pastry decoration, and ice carving.
• Strong artistic and creative abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of pastry, dessert, fruit preparation, food presentation, and decorative techniques.
• Ability to create and interpret artistic designs and sketches.
• Knowledge of safe handling and operation of carving tools and equipment.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict event deadlines.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• A professional portfolio of fruit carvings, pastry creations, and ice sculptures is highly desirable.