Junior Sous Chef Pastry

InterContinental Hotels Group; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hotel chain is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support daily pastry operations in their luxury establishment. The role involves overseeing pastry kitchen operations, preparing and presenting exquisite pastries, and ensuring compliance with 5-star standards. Candidates should have 3-5 years of pastry experience, strong knowledge of techniques, and good leadership skills. Basic English is required, and Arabic is a plus. Join us and contribute to our culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in pastry, preferably in 5-star hotels.
• Strong knowledge of classical and modern pastry techniques.
• Experience in plated desserts and chocolate work is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing daily pastry kitchen operations.
• Prepare and present high-quality pastries and desserts.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and hygiene standards.

Skills

Pastry skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Creativity

Job description

Hotel: Al Ahsa (HOFHA), Al Malik Khaled Street, P.O. Box 5399, 31982

To support the Sous Chef in daily pastry operations, ensuring consistent quality, creativity, hygiene, and compliance with 5-star hotel or luxury dessert standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing daily pastry kitchen operations across all outlets.
• Prepare, produce, and present high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, and chocolates.
• Ensure all products meet luxury hotel standards in quality, taste, and presentation.
• Supervise and train Pastry Commis and Demi Chefs.
• Ensure strict compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper equipment handling at all times.
• Ensure consistency and efficiency during high-volume operations.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in pastry, preferably in 5-star hotels.
• Strong knowledge of classical and modern pastry techniques.
• Experience in plated desserts, bakery, and chocolate work is an advantage.
• Good leadership and team-management skills.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• High attention to detail and presentation standards.
• Creativity and passion for pastry.

Language

• Basic English communication is required.
• Arabic language is an advantage

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