Sous Chef for Pastry

** THIS POSITION IS FOR RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA DEPLOYMENT BY Q4 2024. WE PROVIDE WORK VISA AND AIR TICKET **

Job Title**:Sous Chef - Pastry & Bakery**

Place of Work**:Riyadh, Saudi Arabia** _(Relocation package will be provided)_

Starting Monthly Salary**:SAR 6,500**(Full package / Live Out)

**Company Profile**: We are a multi-award-winning, high-end cafe renowned for its exceptional coffee, exquisite pastries, and unparalleled service. We are dedicated to providing our discerning clientele with a truly luxurious and memorable cafe experience. Our commitment to quality and innovation has earned us numerous accolades and a loyal following.

**Job Summary**: The Sous Chef for Pastry & Bakery is responsible for overseeing all pastry and bakery production, leading the development of a wide variety of baked goods, pastries, and desserts. This role includes supervising the pastry and bakery team, ensuring the highest standards of quality and consistency, and contributing creatively to the menu. The Head Pastry & Bakery Chef plays a key role in maintaining the efficiency and success of the pastry and bakery departments while keeping the bakery menu innovative and aligned with the establishment’s overall vision.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist in designing and developing creative, high-quality pastry and bakery items, including cakes, breads, pastries, desserts, and specialty baked goods, tailored to the restaurant/bakery’s concept and customer preferences.
- Assist in leading, training, and inspiring the pastry and bakery team, ensuring a high level of performance, creativity, and efficiency. Create staff schedules and oversee daily production assignments.
- Assist in supervising all aspects of the baking process, from mixing dough and batters to baking, decorating, and plating, ensuring consistent quality and presentation of all products.
- Assist in developing new recipes and refine existing ones, staying up-to-date with global pastry and bakery trends to keep the menu fresh and exciting.
- Managing the procurement of ingredients and baking supplies, ensuring proper inventory levels, controlling costs, and minimizing waste while maintaining product quality.
- Maintaining high standards in taste, texture, presentation, and portion control for all bakery and pastry items. Perform regular checks to ensure consistency and quality.
- Ensuring that all areas of the pastry and bakery kitchen meet strict sanitation, health, and safety standards, in accordance with local and industry regulations.
- Work closely with the Head Chef, kitchen staff, and management to coordinate and integrate bakery products with other menu items, catering services, and special events.
- Engage with customers for feedback and special orders, ensuring that all custom cakes, desserts, and baked goods meet customer expectations and are delivered on time.

**Skills & Qualifications**:

- Strong experience in both pastry and bakery production, with a track record of creative menu development and successful kitchen leadership.
- Expertise in a wide range of baking and pastry techniques, including bread making, viennoiserie, patisserie, and cake decoration.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a focus on team development and positive kitchen culture.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen.
- Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices.
- Solid understanding of cost control, budgeting, and inventory management.

Pay: QAR5,000.00 - QAR6,500.00 per month

Application Question(s):

- In which country are you currently located? (We will provide work visa and air ticket*)
- Which country passport are you a holder of? (For visa issuance assessment)
- What is your age right now?
- Did you work in any GCC / Middle East country before? Yes or No? If Yes, in which country and what was your position?
- Did you work for a HOTEL or FINE DINING restaurant before? Yes or No? If Yes, in which country and what was your position?
- Do you speak and understand conversational Arabic? Yes or No?
- Have you read and confirm the job description and monthly salary that we mentioned for this role? Yes or No? (We don't negotiate the salary for this particular role)
- How much is the MINIMUM full package / all in salary that you will accept for this role? SAR ________