Pastry Chef📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Em Sherif Group is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to join their team in Riyadh. This full-time position requires a professional dedicated to maintaining high standards in a fast-paced culinary environment. The Pastry Chef will be responsible for all aspects of the pastry section, focusing on quality, cost control, hygiene, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry-related functions within the kitchen.
• Ensure adherence to Em Sherif policies, procedures, specials, and promotions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all Em Sherif pastry menus.
• Report any maintenance issues in the pastry section to the Head Chef.
• Participate in daily briefings and scheduled meetings.
• Uphold Em Sherif's safety and hygiene standards and grooming requirements.
• Foster positive working relationships with all employees.
• Check the daily production schedule to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake.
• Create and prepare desserts according to existing menus and Em Sherif Sea Café standards.
• Decorate desserts as required and prepare plate desserts for service.
• Implement and follow standardized and efficient pastry preparation processes.
• Ensure consistency, application of standard recipes, and portion control for all pastry items.
• Prepare specialty items as requested by the Head Chef.
• Pay strict attention to measurements and timing during preparation.
• Work according to production schedules, ensuring correct quantities are produced.
• Prepare items needed for the following day and complete daily checklists.
• Assist the Head Chef in monitoring pastry waste and suggesting improvements.
• Ensure all prepared pastry items are stored appropriately and used according to the FIFO procedure.
• Provide assistance in other areas of the kitchen or back-of-house as needed.

Procurement and Inventory

• Assist the Head Chef with inventory control for the pastry section.
• Support the Head Chef in managing requisition orders for pastry goods.
• Aid in the receiving and storage processes for pastry ingredients and products.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will possess 5-10 years of experience in pastry arts. A strong understanding of kitchen products, utensils, and equipment is essential. Proficiency in various pastry techniques is required, along with basic knowledge of fire, health, and safety procedures.

Required Skills and Attributes

• High commitment to ethics and confidentiality.
• Highly motivated and self-starter attitude.
• Excellent multi-tasking abilities and strong attention to detail.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Effective leadership capabilities.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods.
• Neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh. The role operates within a fast-paced kitchen environment that demands efficiency and adherence to strict standards. Candidates must be comfortable working in such conditions.