Pastry Chef - Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Want More; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Want More in Mecca, Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Pastry Chef to lead the dessert kitchen and craft a range of high-quality pastries. You will train junior staff, develop new menu items, and ensure top presentation while complying with health and safety standards.

Salary is 1,000 USD per month tax-free, with relocation required. Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of pastry techniques including baking, decorating and plating.
• Ability to create new recipes while following guidelines for taste and presentation.
• Excellent time management and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with aesthetics.
• Ability to lead and train junior pastry chefs.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Willing to relocate to Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare desserts, pastries, and baked goods.
• Develop new menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Ensure high quality and presentation of all desserts and pastries.
• Train and supervise junior pastry chefs in various techniques and recipes.
• Maintain inventory of ingredients and equipment, ordering supplies as needed.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations while handling food products.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation of the pastry department.

Skills

Pastry techniques

Menu development

Time management

Team leadership

Attention to detail

English fluency

Job description

Pastry Chef - Mecca, Saudi Arabia

We are seeking a talented and experienced Pastry Chef to join our team in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. As a Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for creating and preparing a wide range of high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods. This role requires a creative mind, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare a variety of desserts, pastries, and baked goods according to recipes or customer requests
• Develop new menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standard of quality and presentation
• Train and supervise junior pastry chefs in various techniques and recipes
• Maintain inventory of ingredients and equipment, ordering supplies as needed
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations while handling food products
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation of the pastry department

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or similar role
• Knowledge of different pastry techniques including baking, decorating, and plating
• Ability to create new recipes while following established guidelines for taste and presentation
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail with an eye for aesthetics
• Ability to lead and train junior pastry chefs effectively
• Fluent in English (Arabic is a plus)
• Must be willing to relocate to Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Salary: 1000$ per month (tax-free)

Nationality preference: Egyptian (open to other nationalities)

Language requirements: English fluency required