Bakery Chef & Pastry Artist: Bread, Cakes & Desserts

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a skilled Bakery Chef to join our culinary team. The role involves preparing, baking, decorating, and presenting breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts while upholding high quality and hygiene standards.

You should have a diploma or professional certification in bakery/pastry arts and 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in hotel or large-scale operations. The position is based in the Eastern Province, Al Khobar, with on-site work and opportunities to lead

Qualifications

• Diploma or professional certification in Bakery, Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or related field.
• 3-5 years of bakery/pastry experience in hotel, restaurant, bakery, catering, or large-scale operation.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, recipes, ingredients, and bakery equipment.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong attention to detail and presentation.

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 and pastry production

Cake decoration

Recipe development

Food safety

Quality control

Inventory management

Team leadership

Creativity and product presentation

Time management

Education

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

Tools

Bakery equipment

Job description

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a skilled Bakery Chef to join our culinary team. The role involves preparing, baking, decorating, and presenting breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts while upholding high quality and hygiene standards.

You should have a diploma or professional certification in bakery/pastry arts and 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in hotel or large-scale operations. The position is based in the Eastern Province, Al Khobar, with on-site work and opportunities to lead