Senior Pastry Chef – 5-Star Hotel, Abu Dhabi

About the Role

Join a prestigious 5-star hotel in Abu Dhabi as a Senior Pastry Chef. This is a full-time, onsite position. You will lead the Pastry Kitchen and create delightful desserts. Enjoy a structured shift pattern with days off to recharge. The role offers a chance to showcase your skills and grow in a vibrant environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Pastry Kitchen.
• Create innovative dessert concepts for guests.
• Ensure recipes are followed consistently.
• Track quality control and food standards.
• Manage inventory and control costs effectively.
• Train and supervise the pastry team.
• Plan staffing based on kitchen demand.
• Follow health and safety rules strictly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• 10+ years of pastry or bakery experience.
• 1–2 years in a Senior Pastry Chef role.
• Strong planning and leadership skills.
• Fluent in English (B2 level or higher).
• Multilingual skills in Arabic are a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

The hotel offers a competitive salary and service charge. You will receive meals during shifts and transport to and from work. Accommodation is provided, along with a visa for your stay in the UAE. Enjoy regular days off to relax. This role also offers a clear growth path within the hotel.

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• Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts.
• 10+ years of pastry experience.
• 1–2 years in a senior role.
• Fluent in English (B2 level).
• Multilingual skills are a plus.

• Oversee daily operations of the Pastry Kitchen.
• Create innovative dessert concepts for guests.
• Ensure recipes are followed consistently.
• Track quality control and food standards.
• Manage inventory and control costs effectively.
• Train and supervise the pastry team.
• Plan staffing based on kitchen demand.
• Follow health and safety rules strictly.