Executive Pastry Chef

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts


Date: 12 hours ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

In a vibrant urban community right on the water, Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island welcomes guests with bright, open spaces, embracing expansive views of the city skyline and the sparkling waves of the Arabian Gulf. On dynamic, upscale Al Maryah Island – Abu Dhabi’s business and lifestyle destination – Four Seasons is located within a 34-storey glass tower, both high-tech and environmentally advanced. Sophisticated new concepts throughout the Hotel define Four Seasons as Abu Dhabi’s most exciting waterfront location. Blending urban chic and understated luxury, we offer 200 light-filled accommodations, including 38 suites – all with water views. With six creative restaurants and lounges, this is Al Maryah Island’s premier location for stylish entertaining. Every moment is elevated by thoughtful Four Seasons service, anticipating each guest’s unique personal needs – whether the goal is relaxing on vacation or staying efficient for business.

About The Role

We are looking for a highly creative and skilled Executive Pastry Chef to lead the pastry and bakery operations at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will oversee the creation and execution of world-class pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring exceptional quality and innovation.

What You Will Do

  • Lead the pastry and bakery teams, ensuring excellence in production, presentation, and service.
  • Develop innovative and seasonal dessert menus that align with luxury dining standards.
  • Oversee daily pastry operations across restaurants, banquets, and in-room dining.
  • Ensure all pastry and baking operations comply with food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Manage inventory, sourcing high-quality ingredients while maintaining cost control.
  • Train and mentor pastry team members, fostering creativity and skill development.
  • Collaborate with the culinary and food & beverage teams to enhance guest dining experiences.
  • Maintain high standards of consistency, texture, and flavor in all pastry offerings.

What You Bring

  • A bachelor's degree or in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in pastry and bakery operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role, preferably in luxury hospitality.
  • Expertise in classical and modern pastry techniques, including plated desserts, chocolates, viennoiseries, and bread baking.
  • A creative and detail-oriented approach to pastry design and menu innovation.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop talent.
  • Experience in budget management, cost control, and ingredient sourcing.
  • Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a plus.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
  • Excellent Training and Development opportunities
  • Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
  • Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
  • Complimentary Employee Meals
  • and so much more!

Schedule & Hours

  • This is a full-time role

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