Chef Pakery

InterContinental Hotels Group; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 144,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group is seeking a skilled Bakery Chef to join our culinary team in a fast-paced hotel kitchen. You will prepare, bake, decorate, and present breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts in line with brand standards.

Applicants should have a diploma or certificate in Bakery/Pastry Arts and 3–5 years of hotel or large-scale food operation experience, with strong attention to detail and hygiene.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate 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 equipment.

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 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

Inventory & waste control

Team leadership

Creativity & presentation

Time management

Education

Diploma / Certificate in Bakery or Pastry Arts

Tools

Bakery equipment knowledge

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and creative Bakery Chef to join our culinary team. The Bakery Chef will be responsible for preparing, baking, decorating, and presenting a wide range of breads, pastries, cakes, desserts, and other bakery products while maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene, and consistency.

Key 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.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or professional certification in Bakery, Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant bakery/pastry experience, preferably in a hotel, restaurant, bakery, catering company, or large-scale food 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 environment.
• Strong attention to detail and presentation.

Key Skills

• Bread and pastry production
• Cake preparation and decoration
• Recipe execution and development
• Food safety and hygiene
• Quality control
• Inventory and waste control
• Teamwork and staff supervision
• Creativity and product presentation
• Time management

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to lift and handle bakery ingredients and equipment safely.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, holidays, and early morning hours as required.

Performance Standards

The Bakery Chef is expected to consistently deliver high-quality bakery products, maintain food safety and hygiene standards, control costs and waste, and ensure efficient bakery production.