Pastry Chef – Innovative Desserts (Ajman, UAE)

About the role

The pastry kitchen of Petrichoor Chocolate in Ajman is seeking a creative Pastry Chef to design and produce high‑quality desserts that align with current trends and seasonal ingredients. The successful candidate will work in a fast‑paced environment, ensuring consistency and excellence in every product.

Key responsibilities

• Develop innovative dessert recipes using seasonal and trend‑driven concepts.
• Prepare a wide variety of pastries, cakes, desserts, and confectionery while maintaining strict quality standards.
• Apply advanced pastry techniques, including baking, chocolate work, decoration, and presentation.
• Oversee preparation, cooking, and plating to guarantee excellent standards.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation protocols in the pastry area.
• Keep the pastry section clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Support the team during high‑volume periods and ensure efficient workflow.

Required profile

• Culinary degree, pastry certification, or equivalent training is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years hands‑on experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, and dessert presentation.
• Creative, detail‑oriented and passionate about high‑quality pastry production.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Good understanding of food safety and kitchen sanitation standards.

Required skills

• Baking