Career Opportunities: Executive Pastry Chef

About the Role

Shangri-La Hotel in Jeddah is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to manage the pastry and bakery operations. This full-time role involves implementing standardized procedures and maintaining compliance with Shangri-La Hotel standards and policies. The Executive Pastry Chef will be based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Role Context

The Shangri-La Jeddah is located on the new Jeddah Waterfront, offering luxury accommodations and innovative dining concepts. The Executive Pastry Chef will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the pastry department, ensuring high standards of quality and operational efficiency in line with the hotel's commitment to luxury.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all pastry operations and preparation, ensuring adherence to Food & Beverage policies, standards, and procedures.
• Develop and execute pastry menus.
• 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.
• Demonstrated ability to create 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 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.

Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah.