Pastry Chef

Ewaa Hotels; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EWAA Hotels in Saudi Arabia is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to lead the pastry kitchen and consistently produce high-quality pastries, cakes, and desserts that meet brand standards and guest expectations.

You will develop new dessert recipes, supervise production, ensure taste and presentation, manage inventory, uphold food safety and hygiene, and collaborate with culinary teams to deliver outstanding experiences in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Pastry Chef in hotels or hospitality.
• Professional knowledge of pastry techniques, baking, and dessert preparation.
• Creativity, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of pastries, cakes, desserts, and baked goods according to hotel standards.
• Develop new dessert recipes and maintain high-quality presentation.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and portion control.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory and minimize food waste.
• Manage pastry kitchen operations and ensure timely preparation.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Baking

Dessert preparation

Creativity

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

EWAA Hotels is a distinguished group of Hotels & Resorts offering exceptional hospitality and quality services to guests. With a portfolio that includes 80 state-of-the-art properties across 14 cities in Saudi Arabia, EWAA Hotels caters to both business and personal needs through amenities like spacious conference halls, exhibition centers, and specialized catering. The group includes renowned brands such as Grand Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Al Muhaidb Hotels & Residence, and EWAA Express Hotels. Committed to sustainability, EWAA invests in its human capital and emphasizes creating a unique experience for guests. Join EWAA Hotels to contribute to achieving its vision and mission of excellence and community service.

Role Summary

The Pastry Chef is responsible for preparing and producing high-quality pastries, cakes, and desserts while ensuring excellent taste, presentation, consistency, and compliance with hotel quality and food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of pastries, cakes, desserts, and baked goods, including traditional Eastern and Western desserts, according to hotel standards.
• Develop new dessert recipes and maintain high-quality presentation.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and portion control.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Monitor inventory and minimize food waste.
• Manage pastry kitchen operations and ensure timely preparation.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Pastry Chef in hotels or the hospitality industry.
• Professional knowledge of pastry techniques, baking, and dessert preparation.
• Creativity, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.