Chef Bakery

Sofitel; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a skilled pastry chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this exciting role, you will train and supervise kitchen personnel while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and hygiene are maintained. Your expertise in pastry and cake decorating will shine as you produce delightful creations that enhance the guest experience. This position offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant environment where your contributions will be valued, and you will play a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. If you are passionate about pastry arts and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a pastry, bakery, or relevant role.
• Solid understanding of pastry and baking tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise kitchen personnel in food preparation.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation procedures are followed.

Skills

Pastry and Cake Decorating Skills

Basic Communication Skills in English

Mathematical Calculation Skills

Team Management

Education

Certificate in Culinary Arts

Certificate in Pastry-Making

Tools

Pastry and Baking Tools

Job description

• Train and supervise the work of kitchen personnel in the respective sections
• Ensure personal cleanliness and proper deportment of all team members
• Produce high quality food in a specified area of the food preparation and ensure that this is also practiced amongst all team members
• Check the taste, temperature and visual appeal of food items prepared to ensure that the quality and portion are consistent and as per specifications set out
• Ensure that all equipment and perishable items are stored in its designated place and is done in the most hygienic manner
• Prevent the use of contaminated products in any phase of food preparation and prevent colleagues who are ill or suffering from an infection from taking part in the preparation or handling of food
• Ensure that colleagues follow the hygiene and sanitation procedures when handling food, equipment and utensils
• Work closely with Executive Steward in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen

Qualifications

Proven experience in a pastry, bakery, or relevant role.
Solid understanding of pastry and baking tools and equipment.
Solid pastry and cake decorating skills will be considered an asset.
A certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking, or a relevant field will be considered an asset.
Basic verbal and written communication skills in English.
Considerable skill in simple mathematical calculations.
A detailed-oriented mindset aiming for consistent results.
Be able to interact with colleagues in a positive and professional manner in order to make them feel valued and maximize staff morale and guest service experience.
Able to carry out various tasks simultaneously and effectively in a limited amount of time.