Sous Chef Pastry

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company is seeking a Sous Chef Pastry to manage kitchen operations at a hotel in Makkah. Responsibilities include overseeing food quality, training staff, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, strong supervisory skills, and a passion for producing high-quality food. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications for this role.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions.
• Ensure foods are of good quality and stored correctly.
• Support brand standards through the training and assessment of the Team.

Skills

Excellent planning and organizing skills

Strong supervisory skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Creative approach to food production

Education

Relevant trade qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

Job Description - Sous Chef Pastry (HOT0CAG6)

Job Description

Sous Chef Pastry (Job Number: HOT0CAG6)

Work Locations

Hilton Hotels – Makkah Makkah 21955

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions
• Manage the provision of food to Food and Beverage outlets and take action where necessary to ensure compliance with current legislation
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure foods are of good quality and stored correctly
• Contribute to menu creation by responding and incorporating Guest feedback
• Ensure the consistent production of high quality food through all hotel food outlets
• Manage customer relations when necessary, in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Ensure resources support the business needs through the effective management of working rotations
• Support brand standards through the training and assessment of the Team
• Manage the kitchen brigade effectively to ensure a well-organized, motivated Team
• Control costs without compromising standards, improving gross profit margins and other departmental and financial targets
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues
• Be environmentally aware

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications for this role
• Excellent planning and organizing skills
• Ability multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong supervisory skills
• A current, valid, and relevant trade qualification (proof may be required)
• A creative approach to the production of food
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on own or in teams

Advantages

• Previous kitchen experience in similar role
• Passion for producing high quality food
• Knowledge of current food trends
• Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!