Pastry Commis

Chedi Hospitality; Medina; On-site; SAR 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chedi Hegra in Medina is seeking a Pastry Commis to join our bustling onsite kitchen. You will assist the pastry team in preparing and presenting high-quality desserts and baked goods for our guests, under the mentorship of experienced chefs.

Ideal candidates are passionate about pastry, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment. Flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, are required, with a strong emphasis on hygiene and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Passion for baking and pastry arts with a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Basic knowledge of pastry and dessert preparation techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as part of a kitchen rota.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Team player with good communication skills and reliability.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Respect for hygiene and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily preparation and production of pastries, breads, cakes and other desserts.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to established recipes and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support the pastry team in decorating and plating desserts for service.
• Assist in inventory checks and ensure ingredients are properly stored.
• Follow instructions from senior pastry chefs and proactively seek learning opportunities.

Skills

Passion for baking

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Reliability

Ability to work under pressure

Hygiene and safety awareness

Education

Culinary training

Job description

As a Pastry Commis you will join our dynamic culinary brigade at The Chedi Hegra. Working in a bustling ONSITE kitchen environment you will assist our pastry team in preparing presenting and delivering creative and high-quality desserts and baked goods to our esteemed guests. This role is perfect for a passionate and detail-oriented individual looking to build their foundational skills in pastry arts under the mentorship of experienced chefs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily preparation and production of pastries, breads, cakes and other desserts.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to established recipes and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support the pastry team in decorating and plating desserts for service.
• Assist in inventory checks and ensure ingredients are properly stored.
• Follow instructions from senior pastry chefs and proactively seek learning opportunities.

Must have requirements

• Passion for baking and pastry arts with a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Basic knowledge of pastry and dessert preparation techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as part of a kitchen rota.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Team player with good communication skills and reliability.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Respect for hygiene and safety regulations.

Nice to have requirements

• Previous experience in a professional pastry or baking setting.
• Formal culinary or pastry training is an advantage.
• Creativity and the ability to contribute new dessert ideas.
• Basic proficiency in English for communication within the team.

Must have requirements

• Passion for baking and pastry arts with a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Basic knowledge of pastry and dessert preparation techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as part of a kitchen rota.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Team player with good communication skills and reliability.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Respect for hygiene and safety regulations.

Nice to have requirements

• Previous experience in a professional pastry or baking setting.
• Formal culinary or pastry training is an advantage.
• Creativity and the ability to contribute new dessert ideas.
• Basic proficiency in English for communication within the team.