Head Baker

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts; Lusail; On-site; QAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien Lusail in Qatar is seeking a bakery cook to prepare breads and pastries, review production sheets, and bake according to recipes, standards and presentation guidelines. You will monitor temperatures, supervise food safety practices, and maintain logs for the food safety program.

You’ll support management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, and coaching team members; maintain a professional appearance; protect company assets; work as a role model, and assist with other

Qualifications

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Related work experience: At least 2 years.
• Supervisory experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

Responsibilities

• Prepare breads and pastries, including doughs, fillings, proofing, baking, and decorating.
• Review Production sheet to understand variety of baked goods to be produced daily and maintain food safety logs.
• Check and ensure correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food, and report issues to management.
• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees.
• Maintain uniform and personal appearance and protect company assets. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Skills

Bread and pastry preparation

Food safety practices

Team collaboration

Education

Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree

Job description

Additional Information

• Job Number 26109948
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
• Location Building No. 153 Street No. 347, Lusail, Qatar, Qatar,VIEW ON MAP
• Schedule Full Time
• Located Remotely? N
• Position Type Non-Management

Position Summary

Prepare breads and pastries, including preparing doughs and fillings, proofing, baking, and decorating as appropriate. Review Production sheet to understand variety of baked goods to be produced daily. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and food prep checklists. Maintain kitchen logs for food safety program compliance. Keep Chef informed of excess food items for planning of daily specials. Safely and appropriately use baking and measuring tools/equipment/appliances to prepare baked foods. Follow and ensure compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene procedures. Check and ensure correct temperatures of kitchen appliances and food, and report issues to management. Monitor the quality of food prepared and portions served throughout shift.

Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model. Follow all company policies and procedures, including safety and security; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Speak with others using clear and professional language and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support team to reach common goals; handle sensitive issues with tact, respect, and confidentiality. Serve as a department role model or mentor. Comply with quality expectations and standards. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Preferred Qualification

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Related Work Experience: At least 2 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination. We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life. We’re looking for curious and creative people to join our team. If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien. In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.