Pastry Chef📣 Job Ad

Join Jumeirah The Red Sea as a Pastry Chef!
Become part of a global leader in luxury hospitality with Jumeirah, known for its exceptional properties and distinctive Arabian luxury.

About The Role
An exciting opportunity awaits passionate individuals to craft and create exquisite pastries, desserts, and baked goods. The responsibilities will include:

• Creating a wide range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring high quality and consistency.
• Developing and refining recipes, exploring new ingredients and techniques for innovative offerings.
• Collaborating with management to design seasonal menus that fit customer preferences.
• Managing inventory and sourcing ingredients, ensuring proper storage to prevent waste.
• Maintaining the quality and presentation of all pastries and desserts.
• Adhering to food safety and hygiene standards in a clean kitchen environment.

About You
The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary or Hospitality.
• 8-10 years of professional experience as a pastry chef.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Problem-solving capabilities and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

About The Benefits
Enjoy generous food and beverage benefits along with reduced hotel rates globally, making this role attractive to high performers who want to be associated with a top luxury brand.

Join Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea!
Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea is a luxurious destination in the kingdom's groundbreaking Red Sea Project, providing visitors with unique access to nature-focused resorts. We are seeking a Cluster Executive Pastry Chef who will be instrumental in leading our pastry and bakery operations across both Raffles and Fairmont Red Sea.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily pastry and bakery operations for all venues.
• Develop and implement standard recipes ensuring quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with the culinary leadership to align offerings with our vision.
• Drive innovation in dessert and pastry creation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a talented team of pastry chefs.
• Manage pastry budgets and participate in menu engineering.
• Engage with guests to gather feedback and enhance experiences.

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts / Pastry & Bakery.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in luxury hotels, with at least 5 years in a senior pastry role.
• Expertise in various pastry techniques and artistic presentation.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

Join us in crafting extraordinary culinary experiences that reflect the luxury and artistry of the Raffles and Fairmont brands!

Join Fairmont Hotels & Resorts as a Butler:
As a Butler at Fairmont, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our guests receive an exceptional service experience. Our Makkah Clock Royal Tower hotel, positioned near the magnificent Masjid Al Haraam and the Holy Ka’aba, offers a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse clientele within an esteemed environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver prompt and courteous service to all guests.
• Maintain cleanliness of all butler areas including guest rooms, pantries, and equipment.
• Monitor perishables and ensure optimum usage of resources.
• Coordinate closely with the Private Dining team to cater to guests’ preferences.
• Maintain a high standard of appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Practice tactful upselling of hotel amenities.
• Ensure proper communication with the team and Resident Service Manager.
• Manage inventory of supplies and report needs to the Supervisor.
• Attend daily briefings and communicate guest information effectively.
• Respect guest privacy at all times and manage any lost items accordingly.

Qualifications:

• Proven organizational skills.
• Strong guest engagement abilities.
• Experience managing a multicultural workforce.
• High integrity and enthusiasm for continuous improvement.
• Good knowledge of housekeeping operations.
• A self-starter attitude with mentoring capabilities.
• Knowledge of Opera Property Management System is preferred.
• Post-secondary education and at least 3 years of experience in a luxury hotel setting.

About Us:
As a globally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts offers opportunities for personal and professional growth. You will become part of a team where each chapter of your career story is yours to write. We encourage you to be bold and bring your unique experiences and perspectives to our rich tapestry of hospitality.