Sous Chef – Pastry at Madinat Jumeirah Resort

About the role

The Madinat Jumeirah Resort is seeking an experienced Sous Chef – Pastry to join its culinary team from September 2026. You will be responsible for maintaining the high standards of pastry production and presentation that define the Jumeirah brand.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily pastry production and ensure consistent quality and presentation.
• Supervise, mentor and develop Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie and Commis staff.
• Assist the Head Pastry Chef in menu planning and creation of innovative pastry items aligned with seasonal trends.
• Monitor inventory, control costs and minimise waste while meeting budget targets.
• Conduct regular quality checks and taste panels to uphold premium standards.
• Collaborate on operational improvements and the development of new pastry concepts.

Required profile

• Minimum of 60 months (5 years) of professional pastry experience.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a pastry team in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong understanding of cost control, inventory management and quality assurance.

Required skills

• Menu Planning
• Quality Checks
• Operational improvements
• Inventory Control
• Pastry production