Bakery Chef: Create, Bake & Decorate Premium Pastries

InterContinental Hotels Group; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group in Al Khobar is seeking a skilled Bakery Chef to join our culinary team. You will prepare, bake, decorate, and present breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts while upholding high standards of quality and hygiene.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of bakery/pastry experience, a relevant Diploma or certification, strong knowledge of techniques, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hotel kitchen; shift flexibility is expected.

Qualifications

• Diploma or professional certification in Bakery, Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts or related field.
• 3–5 years of bakery/pastry experience, preferably in hotel/restaurant/large-scale operation.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, recipes, ingredients and equipment.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, and bakery products.
• Follow standardized recipes and maintain consistent taste, texture, appearance, and quality.
• Develop new bakery and pastry products according to customer preferences and business requirements.
• Ensure proper preparation, portioning, baking, cooling, decorating, and storage of products.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and finished products.
• Maintain proper stock levels of bakery ingredients and communicate purchasing requirements.
• Operate and maintain bakery equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery production area.
• Minimize food waste and control ingredient and production costs.
• Train, supervise, and guide bakery staff when required.
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef and other kitchen departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Assist with menu planning, product costing, and seasonal or special-event bakery requirements.
• Ensure all products are prepared and presented according to company standards.

Skills

Bread & pastry production

Cake decoration

Recipe execution

Food safety & hygiene

Quality control

Waste control

Teamwork & supervision

Creativity & presentation

Time management

Education

Diploma or professional certification in Bakery, Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts

Tools

Bakery equipment

Job description

InterContinental Hotels Group in Al Khobar is seeking a skilled Bakery Chef to join our culinary team. You will prepare, bake, decorate, and present breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts while upholding high standards of quality and hygiene.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of bakery/pastry experience, a relevant Diploma or certification, strong knowledge of techniques, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hotel kitchen; shift flexibility is expected.