Executive Pastry & Bakery Chef

Job Description * Oversee the overall pastry and bakery operations across all hotel outlets, restaurants, banquets, and special events. * Provide strong leadership, guidance, and direction to the pastry and bakery team. * Ensure smooth daily operations and maintain consistency in product quality and presentation. * Plan and coordinate production schedules according to business levels, occupancy, and event requirements. * Collaborate with the Executive Chef and other culinary leaders to ensure seamless kitchen operations. * Develop creative and innovative pastry, bakery, dessert, and confectionery menus. * Introduce seasonal specialties, signature desserts, and new product concepts. * Ensure all products meet luxury hospitality standards in taste, texture, quality, and presentation. * Stay updated with international pastry and bakery trends, techniques, and industry developments. * Create customized desserts and bakery products for VIP guests, special occasions, and hotel events. * Monitor food costs, production expenses, and operational budgets. * Ensure effective control of food wastage and portion management. * Manage inventory, stock rotation, purchasing, and supplier coordination. * Conduct regular recipe costing and yield analysis. * Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency without compromising quality. * Recruit, train, coach, and develop pastry and bakery colleagues. * Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback. * Prepare duty rosters and manage staffing requirements according to operational needs. * Identify training needs and implement development plans. * Promote teamwork, colleague engagement, and a positive working environment. * Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards. * Conduct regular inspections of pastry and bakery production areas. * Ensure proper storage, labelling, temperature control, and handling of ingredients. * Maintain consistency in recipes, portion sizes, and product presentation. * Ensure all equipment and workstations are maintained in excellent condition.   * Ensure all pastry and bakery products reflect Fairmont's luxury standards. * Coordinate with F&B, Banquets, and other departments to meet guest expectations. * Handle special guest requests and dietary requirements. * Support promotional activities, seasonal celebrations, and special culinary events. * Continuously seek opportunities to enhance guest satisfaction through creativity and quality. Qualifications * Minimum 8–10 years of experience in pastry and bakery operations, preferably within luxury hotels. * At least 3–5 years of experience in a senior leadership or executive pastry position. * Extensive knowledge of international pastry, bakery, chocolate, confectionery, and dessert techniques. * Strong experience in menu , recipe costing, budgeting, and inventory management. * Previous experience managing and developing large culinary teams. * Strong leadership and people management skills. * Exceptional creativity and attention to detail. * Excellent knowledge of modern pastry and bakery techniques. * Financial awareness and cost-control capabilities. * Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment. * Passion for culinary innovation and guest satisfaction. Company Description Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a 5-star Abu Dhabi beach resort with a stunning setting on Abu Dhabi Creek. Our luxurious urban hideaway offers unparalleled panoramas over the glittering white-marble minarets of iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Alongside exquisite restaurants and bars, Fairmont Abu Dhabi boasts 366 spacious rooms, suites and a villa. Designed with discerning business and leisure guests in mind, our incomparable facilities include a private beach, pool, meeting rooms, and a magnificent ballroom for lavish celebrations.