Job Title: Chef de Partie – Pastry (CDP‑Pastry)
Location: Dubai, UAE
Position Summary:
The CDP‑Pastry plays a pivotal role in a professional kitchen, overseeing the pastry station and crafting exceptional baked goods—from elegant desserts and cakes to specialty confections. This position balances culinary artistry with supervisory responsibility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce a variety of pastry goods (cakes, tarts, cookies, chocolates, ice creams, plated desserts) in line with standardized recipes and quality expectations
- Innovate by creating and testing new dessert recipes and seasonal menu items
- Ensure impeccable presentation and consistency in appearance, texture, and flavor
- Oversee pastry commis and other junior kitchen members; provide training, direction, and mentorship
- Manage inventory: monitor ingredient stock levels; assist with ordering; control wastage and portioning for cost-efficiency
- Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization in the pastry section; comply with HACCP and food safety standards
- Report equipment issues and coordinate repairs to maintain kitchen productivity
- Participate in departmental or culinary meetings and support menu planning discussions
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, Pastry, Baking & Pastry Arts or similar field
- Experience: Minimum 3–5 years in pastry or bakery as CDP level or equivalent, ideally in high-end restaurants, hotels, or similar settings
- Strong proficiency in classic and contemporary pastry techniques, decor, and plating
- Excellent leadership, training, and communication skills; able to manage a team effectively
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and alternative baking methods (e.g., gluten-free, sugar-free) is advantageous
- Familiarity with culinary software or basic computer tools (e.g., Word, Excel, kitchen systems) is a plus
Preferred Soft Skills:
- Meticulous attention to detail and presentation.
- Creative flair with a passion for dessert innovation.
- Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities, able to thrive under pressure.
- Reliable, punctual, and a team-focused mindset.
Job Type: Full-time