Pastry Chef Jobs in UAE - 3405441

Job Description

Exceptional service and cuisine are hallmarks of the Fairmont Hotels & Resorts dining experience As Pastry chef, your leadership, creativity and culinary skills will inspire your team to create spectacular desserts that bring every meal to a memorable (and delectable) end

Hotel Overview

Ideally situated on the Arabian Gulf in Ajman, UAE, the newly built Fairmont Ajman has opened May 2015 The hotel close proximity to both Sharjah and Dubai airports The hotel features 252 guestrooms and suites, including two luxurious penthouse offerings, a multitude of dining options and fitness facilities The beachfront location offers guests a wide range of leisure activities including water sports and diving as well as access to shopping and cultural excursions Event planners can take advantage of 2,000 square meters of indoor function space as well as outdoor facilities

Summary of Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Chef, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following

Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues

Lead and manage the quality and quantity of the Pastry department, as well as coordinate the production as it relates to banquet and restaurant functions

Develop new dessert, pastry and bread products

Maintaining payroll costs and productivity within budgeted guidelines

To assist in the recruitment and training of all new Pastry cooks

Balance operational, administrative and colleague needs

Follow outlet policies, procedures and service standards

Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage

Other duties as assigned


REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

Previous experience of 5-6 years in a Pastry department required

Diploma certification in a culinary discipline required

Working knowledge of sugar workchocolate skills an asset

Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications an asset

Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

Highly responsible & reliable

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment

Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best Thats why youll find exceptional work opportunities-throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific-as well as industry-leading training, career development, recognition and rewards Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotels that includes landmark locations like Londons The Savoy, New Yorks The Plaza, and Shanghais Fairmont Peace Hotel Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleagues with fairness and dignity A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award-winning Green Partnership program An exciting future awaits!