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JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Employment: Full Time

Company Description

Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North

Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North comprises a 345-key hotel, along with a souq encompassing 11,000sqm of leasing space, a beach club, a theme park, and a waterpark. The resort boasts panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf. Rixos plans to provide a platform for showcasing Qatar as a tourism destination. One of the country's biggest draws will be Qetaifan Island North's Waterpark attraction. The Rig 1938 is the world's highest tower of its kind, reaching 82 metres.

Job Description

Executive Pastry Chef

Leads and and manages the pastry team to create a wide variety of baked goods and desserts. This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and strong leadership skills to ensure that all pastry offerings meet the standards of excellence.

- Create and design innovative pastry menus.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage team to ensure a cohesive overall dining experience.
- Oversee daily production of all pastry items, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely preparation.
- Supervise the preparation and presentation of all desserts, ensuring they align with established standards.
- Lead, train, and develop the pastry team.
- Schedule staff, delegate tasks, and oversee the workflow of the pastry kitchen.
- Manage inventory levels of ingredients, supplies, and equipment for the pastry department.
- Control costs by optimizing the use of ingredients and ensuring minimal waste.
- Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, sanitation, and cleanliness in the pastry kitchen.
- Ensure that all products meet the quality standards and guests' expectations.
- Stay updated on industry trends, techniques, and new pastry innovations.
- Continuously improve the pastry offerings.

Requirements:

Qualifications

- Culinary degree specializing in pastry arts is preferred.
- At least 5-7 years of experience in pastry and baking, with 2-3 years in a leadership role, preferably in a hotel or luxury setting.
- Strong creative and artistic abilities in pastry design and presentation.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Proficiency in baking techniques, pastry equipment, and kitchen operations.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of budgeting, food cost control, and inventory management.
- Work experience in Qatar or Middle East is an added advantage.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

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We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels' more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.

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