Baker

InterContinental Hotels Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain located in Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah Financial District seeks an experienced baker to prepare a variety of unique baked goods, including sourdough and international breads. Candidates should demonstrate creativity, strong baking skills, and a passion for crafting exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will handle special orders, optimize quality control processes, and contribute innovative ideas in the kitchen. Join us to make guests' experiences deliciously memorable!

Qualifications

• Must be passionate and driven in creating memorable guest experiences.
• Required to innovate and stay updated with baking trends.
• Strong focus on quality control and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh baked goods for breakfast service.
• Organize the workstation for efficient production.
• Follow recipes to ensure consistency and quality.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of sourdough baking

Experience with typical French bread

Experience with traditional Italian bread

Knowledge of international breads

Mastery of puff pastry techniques

Experience with high-hydration doughs

Skills in using various ovens

Optimization of fermentation times

Competence in decoration and presentation

Creativity and innovation in products

Job description

About Us

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is the original boutique hotel company, which pioneered the concept of unique, distinctive, design-forward hotels in the San Francisco, California before expanding worldwide. Anchored in one-of-a-kind experiences, Kimpton spaces and experiences centre on our guests, offering inspiring design that evokes curiosity to forward thinking flavours that feed the soul. Every detail is thoughtfully curated and artfully delivered, so that guest experiences remain meaningful, unscripted and ridiculously personal.

Our mission is to be the best-loved hotel and restaurant company through the common belief that heartfelt connections make people’s lives better. Our colleagues are empowered and encouraged to act from the heart, to go above and beyond to create ‘ridiculously personal’ experiences for each other and our guests.

We're looking for passionate, high-spirit individuals to join the pre‑opening team at Kimpton Riyadh, the very first Kimpton hotel in the Middle East. The ideal Kimpton team member has an inclusive spirit who embraces individuality and can cultivate a work environment that’s a bit quirky, irreverent, exciting, uncommon, empowering, and downright exceptional.

Our hotel is only as good as the people it employs so if you’re passionate, focused and driven, live for making every guest’s experience ‘ridiculously personal’ and creating unforgettable moments, then we invite you to join the Kimpton tribe.

About Kimpton Riyadh

Located in King Abdullah Financial District which is set in the heart of the Saudi capital, 22‑kilometers away from the airport, Kimpton Riyadh is the first Kimpton in the Middle East bringing the brand’s playful energy, infectious personality, and unique design style to this LEED certified landmark development home to 1.6 million square meters of state‑of‑the‑art office space, world‑class venues and iconic luxury residences. The hotel welcome guests to experience its 212 guest rooms and suites and to enjoy its unique dining options.

Day‑to‑day

• Sourdough: Advanced knowledge of sourdough baking and fermentation management.
• French Baking: Experience with typical French bread (baguette, pain de campagne, etc.).
• Italian Baking: Experience with traditional Italian bread (ciabatta, Tuscan bread, panettone).
• International Baking: Knowledge of international breads (German, naan, Arabic).
• Puff Pastry: Mastery of techniques for croissants and other puff pastry products.
• Special Doughs: Experience with high‑hydration, whole grain, and gluten‑free doughs.
• Baking and Ovens: Skills in using wood‑fired, steam, and conventional ovens.
• Fermentation: Optimization of fermentation times to achieve the best flavor and texture.
• Decoration and Presentation: Competence in decorating and enhancing the final appearance of products.
• Sweet Doughs: Experience with brioche, Danish, and other leavened sweet doughs.
• Creativity and Innovation: Ability to introduce new products and techniques to remain up to date with trends.
• Resource and Cost Management: Control of efficiency in production and cost management.

Morning Routine

• Early Start: Begin the day early to prepare fresh baked goods for breakfast service.
• Preparation and Setup: Organize the workstation, ensuring all tools and ingredients are ready for use.
• Production: Prepare and bake a variety of items such as bread, pastries, cakes, and other baked goods.
• Recipe Execution: Follow established recipes and techniques to ensure consistency and quality.

Special Orders

Handle special requests and custom orders for events or specific guest preferences.

Quality Control

• Tasting and Testing: Regularly taste products to ensure they meet the highest quality standards.
• Presentation: Focus on the aesthetic appeal of baked goods, ensuring they are beautifully presented for display and service.