Sous Chef – Bakery

About the role

The Sous Chef – Bakery will lead daily bakery operations at Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort, ensuring high‑quality baked goods are produced on time for all food outlets.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee production of breads, rolls, doughs, specialty baked goods and other bakery items according to recipes and standards.
• Develop new recipes and introduce innovative bakery products aligned with guest preferences and business goals.
• Coordinate production schedules with kitchen sections, restaurants, banquets and catering.
• Maintain bakery equipment safety, cleanliness and proper maintenance.
• Supervise, train and schedule bakers and assistants, monitoring performance and adherence to SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety regulations and company hygiene standards.

Required profile

• Diploma or professional qualification in Bakery, Baking and Pastry Arts or related culinary field (preferred).
• Minimum 4–5 years of bakery experience, preferably in a hotel or luxury hospitality environment.
• Previous supervisory experience in a bakery operation.
• Strong knowledge of bread making, dough preparation, fermentation, baking techniques and bakery equipment.

Required skills

• Bread making and dough preparation techniques.
• Fermentation and baking processes.
• Operation and maintenance of bakery equipment.
• Food safety, HACCP compliance.
• Inventory control and cost management.