Lead Pastry Chef — Chocolate & Cake Artisan

Accorhotel; Medina; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Accorhotel in Medina is seeking a seasoned Chocolatier/Pastry Chef to lead the chocolate artistry and modern cake design team. You will oversee dessert production, mentor staff, and ensure top-quality presentation and flavors.

The role requires 5-7 years in chocolate artistry with 2-3 years in a leadership position, strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences in a luxury hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in chocolate artistry and modern cake design; leadership experience as Chocolatier, Pastry Chef, or Sous Chef.
• Proficiency in chocolate techniques, cake decoration styles, and dessert creation methods.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities; ability to mentor a diverse culinary team.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce all necessary food for food service operations under Head Chef or Sous Chef.
• Order food for your section of the kitchen.
• Maintain quality and quantity control from portions to freshness.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness to agreed standards and comply with hygiene regulations.
• Follow Health and Safety Policies and COSHH training.
• Ensure equipment is clean and in good working order.
• Adhere to company house rules and fire safety procedures.
• Attend statutory training as required by the company.

Skills

Chocolate artistry

Cake design

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Job description

Accorhotel in Medina is seeking a seasoned Chocolatier/Pastry Chef to lead the chocolate artistry and modern cake design team. You will oversee dessert production, mentor staff, and ensure top-quality presentation and flavors.

The role requires 5-7 years in chocolate artistry with 2-3 years in a leadership position, strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences in a luxury hotel environment.