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United Arab Emirates

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About Jumeirah and Jumeirah Zabeel Saray:

Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, has been making a distinguished impact on the global hospitality market for more than two decades with its Stay Different\xe2\x84\xa2 brand promise.

Its award-winning destinations, such as the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, position service beyond expectations, elevated signature dining destinations and surprising architecture and design at the heart of every guest experience.

Today, Jumeirah operates a world-class portfolio of 26 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia and employs over 9,000 colleagues, representing over 120 nationalities.

As Jumeirah continues to expand its global portfolio and scales up its operations to the next level of growth, it remains fully committed to developing and empowering our colleagues to excel in world class environments.

Jumeirah is committed to embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all its practices, embracing a culture that celebrates diversity.

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray is a luxurious beachside resort located on the west crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. The interior of the resort is inspired by the ancient palaces of Turkey and features hand-painted finishing\'s, Turkish artworks and stunning murals inspired by the Golden Age of the Ottoman Empire.

The resort offers 405 rooms and suites, 38 Royal Residences and the award-winning Talise Ottoman Spa, one of the largest and most luxurious spas in the Middle East. The resort offers Sinbad\'s Kids Club complete with splash park, performing art destination Zabeel Theatre and a collection of diverse restaurants which offer a vibrant selection of culinary experiences. The resort also offers motorized and non-motorized water sports, complete with private jetty offering shuttle boat transfers to and from the mainland of Dubai.

About the Role:

An opportunity has arisen for a Demi Chef De Partie - Pastry Kitchen to join the culinary team in Jumeirah Zabeel Saray.

The main responsibilities are:

• Preparation and creation of a variety of pastries, desserts, breads, and other baked goods, completing the daily checklist regarding mise-en-place and food storage.
• Following recipes, creating new recipes, and ensuring the quality of the final product.
• Responsible for the selection, handling, and storage of ingredients used in the pastry section.
• Ensuring the freshness and quality of ingredients, as well as managing inventory to prevent shortages or excess.
• Skilled in using a range of kitchen tools and equipment specific to pastry making, like mixers, ovens, and decorating tools.
• Assisting in the development of new dishes and menus, particularly in the pastry section.
• Assisting in controlling costs by managing food waste, optimizing ingredient usage, and possibly contributing to budgeting decisions.
• Regularly checking the quality of the output from the pastry section, ensuring that all dishes meet the required standards.
• Efficiently managing time and multitasking, especially during peak hours, to ensure timely preparation and delivery of pastry items.
• Ensuring that the kitchen and work areas are kept clean and organized according to health and safety regulations.
• Attend daily meetings with the Chef de Cuisine and other meetings as requested by the Executive Chef/Executive Sous Chef.
• Check the main information board regarding changes in any Banquets or other information regarding the organization.
• Update the following shift and provide handover on pending tasks.

About You:

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

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a five-star hotel\'s pastry kitchen.
• A diploma or degree in culinary arts, especially with a focus on baking and pastry arts.
• Proficiency in various pastry techniques, such as baking, chocolate work, sugar craft, and dessert plating.
• Wide Knowledge of Food Safety and Hygiene.
• Effective communication skills with all levels of colleagues and management at all levels.
• Capable to work outdoors in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in English and a second language would be an added advantage.

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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