Junior Sous Chef - Pastry - Jumeirah Saadiyat Island

Junior Sous Chef - Pastry - Jumeirah Saadiyat Island

United Arab Emirates

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Job Description

About Jumeirah & the Hotel:

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

A sustainable hospitality leader in the capital, Jumeirah Saadiyat Island is a breadth of fresh air offering an eco-friendly stay amidst contemporary surroundings on the Abu Dhabi coastline. Surrounded by natural beauty and designed to care for every aspect for guest wellbeing, the resort resembles a perennial summerhouse where visitors can experience Abu Dhabi Island life at its best. The luxury beachfront resort is home to seven world-class restaurants and bars, three swimming pools and the award-winning spa featuring an extensive menu of specialised treatments and exclusive products from all around the world. In addition, guests can utilise a wide range of leisure facilities including a mixed and ladies only gym, a kids club and a tennis court. Boasting 400 metres of pristine private beach and sand dunes, the resort is anchored on one of the most desirable beach locations in the UAE and was conceived with the environment in mind having implemented eco-friendly strategies and initiatives since its launch in 2018.

About the Job:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Sous Chef to join the Pastry team in Jumeirah Saadiyat Island The main duties and responsibilities of this role are:

• Assist the Head Baker and Sous Chef in planning and preparing bakery products including bread, pastries, cakes, and other baked goods.
• Supervise and support bakery staff to ensure high-quality standards and efficient production.
• Monitor ingredient inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
• Maintain strict hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Help train and mentor junior bakery staff.
• Manage baking schedules to ensure timely production and delivery of products.
• Assist in developing new recipes and improving existing products.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and report any issues.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the bakery during opening and closing procedures.

About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience; of which at least 2 years as a Junior Sous Chef with a luxury international hotel
• College Degree in Culinary Arts or similar from an accredited Culinary School.

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.

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