Executive Pastry & Bakery Chef

Company Description

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a 5-star Abu Dhabi beach resort with a stunning setting on Abu Dhabi Creek. Our luxurious urban hideaway offers unparalleled panoramas over the glittering white-marble minarets of iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Alongside exquisite restaurants and bars, Fairmont Abu Dhabi boasts 366 spacious rooms, suites and a villa. Designed with discerning business and leisure guests in mind, our incomparable facilities include a private beach, pool, meeting rooms, and a magnificent ballroom for lavish celebrations.

Job Description

• Oversee the overall pastry and bakery operations across all hotel outlets, restaurants, banquets, and special events.

• Provide strong leadership, guidance, and direction to the pastry and bakery team.

• Ensure smooth daily operations and maintain consistency in product quality and presentation.

• Plan and coordinate production schedules according to business levels, occupancy, and event requirements.

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and other culinary leaders to ensure seamless kitchen operations.

• Develop creative and innovative pastry, bakery, dessert, and confectionery menus.

• Introduce seasonal specialties, signature desserts, and new product concepts.

• Ensure all products meet luxury hospitality standards in taste, texture, quality, and presentation.

• Stay updated with international pastry and bakery trends, techniques, and industry developments.

• Create customized desserts and bakery products for VIP guests, special occasions, and hotel events.

• Monitor food costs, production expenses, and operational budgets.

• Ensure effective control of food wastage and portion management.

• Manage inventory, stock rotation, purchasing, and supplier coordination.

• Conduct regular recipe costing and yield analysis.

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency without compromising quality.

• Recruit, train, coach, and develop pastry and bakery colleagues.

• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.

• Prepare duty rosters and manage staffing requirements according to operational needs.

• Identify training needs and implement development plans.

• Promote teamwork, colleague engagement, and a positive working environment.

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.

• Conduct regular inspections of pastry and bakery production areas.

• Ensure proper storage, labelling, temperature control, and handling of ingredients.

• Maintain consistency in recipes, portion sizes, and product presentation.

• Ensure all equipment and workstations are maintained in excellent condition.

• Ensure all pastry and bakery products reflect Fairmont's luxury standards.

• Coordinate with F&B, Banquets, and other departments to meet guest expectations.

• Handle special guest requests and dietary requirements.

• Support promotional activities, seasonal celebrations, and special culinary events.

• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance guest satisfaction through creativity and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in pastry and bakery operations, preferably within luxury hotels.

• At least 3–5 years of experience in a senior leadership or executive pastry position.

• Extensive knowledge of international pastry, bakery, chocolate, confectionery, and dessert techniques.

• Strong experience in menu , recipe costing, budgeting, and inventory management.

• Previous experience managing and developing large culinary teams.

• Strong leadership and people management skills.

• Exceptional creativity and attention to detail.

• Excellent knowledge of modern pastry and bakery techniques.

• Financial awareness and cost-control capabilities.

• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment.

• Passion for culinary innovation and guest satisfaction.

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