Career Opportunities: Executive Pastry Chef

About Shangri-La Jeddah

Shangri-La Jeddah is a luxury hotel located on the new Jeddah Waterfront along the Red Sea. The hotel features floor-to-ceiling windows, interiors inspired by the sea and sandy beaches, a dedicated Kids Club, and various dining concepts, setting a new standard for luxury in the city.

The Role of Executive Pastry Chef

The Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for overseeing the entire operation of the pastry and bakery department at Shangri-La Hotel in Jeddah. This full-time role involves implementing standardized procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure alignment with Shangri-La Hotel's established standards and policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in managing all pastry operations and preparations, ensuring compliance with Food & Beverage policies, standards, and procedures.
• Create menus and oversee their execution.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and hygiene standards.
• Maintain standards for purchasing, receiving, and food storage.
• Administer department policies fairly and consistently.
• Conduct daily walk-throughs of the pastry kitchen to ensure full compliance with Department of Health regulations and Shangri-La Hotel standards.
• Participate in hotel promotional activities, including cooking demonstrations, media events, and guest interactions.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop seasonal and special event menus, incorporating new techniques and trends.
• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the pastry department, including staff scheduling, inventory control, and budget management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar capacity.
• Proven track record of creating visually appealing and innovative pastries, desserts, and confections.
• Extensive knowledge of various pastry and bakery techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Ability to develop and create unique, innovative, and visually appealing pastries, desserts, and confections for various hotel outlets, including restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Application Information

This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to a leading luxury hotel environment in Jeddah. Salary details will be disclosed during the application process.