Pastry Kitchen Commis III (Full‑time)

About the role

The Commis III will support the pastry kitchen at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, a five‑star beachfront hotel in Abu Dhabi. Working under the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef, you will help produce a wide range of pastries, desserts, breads and bakery items while maintaining the hotel’s high quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, cakes, breads and other bakery items according to standard recipes.
• Measure and weigh ingredients accurately, ensure proper mise en place and maintain cleanliness of workstations.
• Support daily operations, including buffet setups, banquets, special events and seasonal promotions.
• Monitor stock levels, label, date and store food items using FIFO procedures.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety regulations and hotel health‑safety policies.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a pastry or bakery kitchen, preferably in a hotel or restaurant environment.
• Basic knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques and dessert presentation.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation and HACCP principles.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment and flexible to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Required skills

• HACCP knowledge
• Pastry preparation
• Baking techniques