Assistant Executive Pastry Chef

Shangri-La Hotel; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Assistant Executive Pastry Chef to oversee pastry kitchen operations. You will manage the pastry team while ensuring the delivery of exquisite pastries and adherence to food safety standards. The ideal candidate has a solid background in hotel pastry kitchens, strong leadership abilities, and is fluent in English. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Recognition programs

Colleague stay/travel perks

Structured learning and development

Qualifications

• Solid experience as Assistant Executive Pastry Chef in hotels.
• Ability to coach, train and develop others.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong leadership and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee consistency of preparations in the kitchen.
• Manage and supervise the pastry kitchen team.
• Maintain proper levels of supplies.
• Ensure cleanliness of the pastry kitchen.
• Prepare daily requisitions for supplies.
• Prepare dishes following recipes.
• Train and mentor pastry kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coaching

Fluent English

Job description

About Shangri-La Jeddah

Anchored on the new Jeddah Waterfront along the shores of the Red Sea, Shangri-La Jeddah sets a new standard for luxury in the city. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the hotel invite the outdoors in, and the stylish interiors reflect the endless blue of the sea and sandy beaches right outside. A dedicated Kids Club and supervised play area provides the canvas for families to create unforgettable memories, while innovative dining concepts promise to satisfy the most refined palates.

Job Summary

The Assistant Executive Pastry Chef will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations of the pastry kitchen, ensuring the creation and delivery of exquisite pastries, desserts, and baked goods to exceed the expectations of our guests, ensuring hygiene and cleanliness all around the Kitchen to maintain the standard of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the consistency of various preparations within the kitchen to ensure quality product and adherence to standard recipes.
• Managing and supervising the pastry kitchen team, ensuring efficient and effective operations.
• Ensures that the assigned work area has proper level of par stocks and supplies according to daily production sheets, daily menus, and banquets events.
• Always keep all refrigeration, equipment, storage and working areas in clean, working condition in order to comply with health department regulations.
• Prepares daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Prepare all dishes following recipes and yield guides.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen, ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to pastry kitchen staff, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.

What we are Looking For

• Solid experience as Assistant Executive Pastry Chef in hotels.
• A leader with the ability, to coach, train and develop others.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong leadership, self-motivated excellent communication skills.

Why Join Us

• A workplace that values your passion and supports self-realization and personal growth.
• Structured learning and development pathways with real opportunities to advance your professional craft and leadership skills.
• Competitive benefits, recognition programs, and colleague stay/travel perks that reward your contribution and dedication.
• Teams that promote inclusion and respect, value diversity, and foster a secure environment where everyone can thrive.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcomed. All information provided by applicants will be treated in and used only for recruitment purposes.

Application Note

We appreciate your interest in joining us. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.