Job Description

Company Description

A surprising, chic merging of Asian style with an Egyptian aesthetic, Raffles Dubai is a 5-star luxury hotel perfectly positioned in the heart of the city , delivering impeccable service and sophisticated style.

JOB SCOPE

• Organizes kitchen operations and prepares and serves a range of pastry items whilst supervising junior members of the Kitchen Brigade. Promotes the work culture and the company's core values.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• To report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name badges at all times
• Organize shifting in the section with regard to mise-en-place production and its service
• Give tasks to Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs and check that they are carried out in the correct manner
• Write daily dry store, food requisitions and kitchen transfers on the appropriate forms for the approval of the Executive Chef / Pastry Chef in order to achieve the high stock rotation desired in his/her section.
• Maintain good colleagues relations and motivate colleagues.
• Extensive knowledge in preparation of pastry items such as: breakfast breads and pastries, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, ganache, amenities, displays and centerpieces, etc.
• Fantastic passion for presentation and a meticulous eye for detail.
• Ensure that training on a one-to-one basis has been carried out and comprehended.
• Check on a daily basis food preparation regarding portion size, quantity and quality as laid down in the recipe index.
• Responsible for completing the daily checklist regarding Mise-en-place and food storage.
• Attend daily and monthly meetings with the Pastry Chef and other meetings as requested by the Executive Chef / Chef de Cuisine.
• Report any problems regarding failure of machinery and small equipment to the Chef de cuisine and to follow up and ensure the necessary work has been carried out.
• Check the main information board regarding changes in any Banquets or other information regarding the organization.
• Keep the section clean and tidy.
• Pass all information to the next shift
• Accidents and sickness to be written in log Book and report to the Pastry Chef.
• Check Demi Chefs / Commis Chefs on his/her section: e.g. regarding personal hygiene.
• Assist the Pastry Chef in composing new recipes and menu ideas.
• Well versed in all aspects of Food Hygiene, HACCP and OH&S to ensure safe working practices are followed within the kitchen.



Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language
• Strong leadership, training and motivational skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in stressful fast paced environment.

EXPERIENCE:


Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in a similar position, preferably in a 5 star hotel.

Additional Information

Raffles Dubai Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi121800 Dubai, United Arab Emirates