Pastry Commis (Entry Level)

About the role

Join the renowned Palazzo Versace Dubai as a Pastry Commis, supporting the Chef de Partie and pastry team in delivering high‑quality desserts and baked goods. This entry‑level position offers hands‑on experience in a luxury hospitality environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie and pastry team with daily production of pastries, cakes, breads, cookies and desserts.
• Prepare mise en place and ingredients according to established recipes and production requirements.
• Follow recipes, portioning, plating and presentation standards accurately.
• Support decorating, finishing and plating of pastry and dessert items.
• Maintain proper storage, labeling and FIFO procedures for all ingredients.
• Keep workstations, equipment and utensils clean, organized and hygienic.
• Adhere to HACCP, food safety and sanitation standards at all times.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a commis chef, preferably in a 5‑star hotel or high‑quality pastry operation.
• Basic knowledge of pastry and baking techniques.
• Good attention to detail, willingness to learn and ability to work under pressure.
• Positive attitude, strong teamwork, and good communication skills.
• Passion for pastry and a desire to develop a career in luxury hospitality.

Required skills

• Pastry and baking techniques
• FIFO procedures
• Mise en place
• Decorating
• Plating
• Food safety standards
• Pastry production
• HACCP
• Storage labeling
• Portioning
• Finishing