Job Description

Pastry Chef - InterContinental Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
The Pastry Chef role at InterContinental Abu Dhabi leads the Pastry and Bakery section, driving culinary excellence, consistency, and team performance across all outlets and banquet operations within a luxury hospitality environment.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Hospitality
Function: Chef/Culinary/Kitchen Management
Salary: 12000-18000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations of the Pastry and Bakery kitchen, including production planning and service execution
• Train, supervise, and motivate the pastry and bakery team with clear task delegation and development planning
• Conduct daily briefings and on-the-job training to maintain brand standards and culinary quality
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs to align pastry operations with overall kitchen goals
• Plan, prepare, and present high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, viennoiseries, chocolates, and baked goods
• Develop innovative dessert concepts, seasonal menus, and signature items for outlets, banquets, and events
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, portioning, and quality across all pastry offerings
• Oversee mise-en-place, production schedules, and timely delivery for a la carte, buffet, and banquet services
• Manage food cost control, wastage reduction, portion control, and inventory management
• Ensure accurate requisitioning, storage, labeling, and FIFO stock rotation
• Support menu costing, forecasting, and budgeting for the pastry department
• Enforce strict compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment
• Coordinate with F and B, Banquets, and Events teams for weddings, VIP functions, and promotions
• Uphold IHG and InterContinental brand standards and act as a role model for professionalism and leadership

Ideal Profile

• Five to seven years of experience in pastry and bakery operations within luxury hotels or high-end hospitality
• Two to three years of experience in a senior or supervisory pastry role
• Formal culinary or pastry qualification preferred
• Strong expertise in pastry, bakery, viennoiserie, chocolate, desserts, and high-volume banquet production
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Solid understanding of food cost control, inventory management, and HACCP standards
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple operational priorities
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to lead pastry operations in a prestigious luxury hotel
• Access to professional culinary training and development programs
• Career growth opportunities within a global hospitality group
• Supportive environment focused on quality, creativity, and excellence

About the Company
InterContinental Abu Dhabi is a landmark luxury hotel delivering premium dining, accommodation, and event experiences. As part of IHG Hotels and Resorts, the hotel offers an international working environment, strong culinary standards, and long-term career development opportunities within a globally recognized hospitality brand.
Job Title Pastry Chef - InterContinental Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Pastry Chef - InterContinental Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
The Pastry Chef role at InterContinental Abu Dhabi leads the Pastry and Bakery section, driving culinary excellence, consistency, and team performance across all outlets and banquet operations within a luxury hospitality environment.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Hospitality
Function: Chef/Culinary/Kitchen Management
Salary: 12000-18000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations of the Pastry and Bakery kitchen, including production planning and service execution
• Train, supervise, and motivate the pastry and bakery team with clear task delegation and development planning
• Conduct daily briefings and on-the-job training to maintain brand standards and culinary quality
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs to align pastry operations with overall kitchen goals
• Plan, prepare, and present high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, viennoiseries, chocolates, and baked goods
• Develop innovative dessert concepts, seasonal menus, and signature items for outlets, banquets, and events
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, portioning, and quality across all pastry offerings
• Oversee mise-en-place, production schedules, and timely delivery for a la carte, buffet, and banquet services
• Manage food cost control, wastage reduction, portion control, and inventory management
• Ensure accurate requisitioning, storage, labeling, and FIFO stock rotation
• Support menu costing, forecasting, and budgeting for the pastry department
• Enforce strict compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment
• Coordinate with F and B, Banquets, and Events teams for weddings, VIP functions, and promotions
• Uphold IHG and InterContinental brand standards and act as a role model for professionalism and leadership

Ideal Profile

• Five to seven years of experience in pastry and bakery operations within luxury hotels or high-end hospitality
• Two to three years of experience in a senior or supervisory pastry role
• Formal culinary or pastry qualification preferred
• Strong expertise in pastry, bakery, viennoiserie, chocolate, desserts, and high-volume banquet production
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Solid understanding of food cost control, inventory management, and HACCP standards
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple operational priorities
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to lead pastry operations in a prestigious luxury hotel
• Access to professional culinary training and development programs
• Career growth opportunities within a global hospitality group
• Supportive environment focused on quality, creativity, and excellence

About the Company
InterContinental Abu Dhabi is a landmark luxury hotel delivering premium dining, accommodation, and event experiences. As part of IHG Hotels and Resorts, the hotel offers an international working environment, strong culinary standards, and long-term career development opportunities within a globally recognized hospitality brand.
Post Details
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Salary from 12000.00
Salary to 18000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
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