Sous Chef - Pastry

About the role

The Sous Chef – Pastry will support the Pastry Chef in delivering high‑quality desserts and baked goods for Westin Hotels & Resorts in Dubai Marina. This role focuses on preparing ingredients, cooking, and ensuring consistent presentation and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, chop, and store ingredients for pastry production.
• Wash, peel, weigh, measure, and mix fresh fruits, vegetables, and other components.
• Cook and assemble cold and hot pastry items according to recipes and quality guidelines.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers safely and efficiently.
• Test food for doneness, monitor quality, and adjust as needed.
• Set up and break down work stations, maintain cleanliness, and disinfect tools and equipment.
• Ensure proper temperature control of appliances and food items.
• Follow all company safety, security, and hygiene policies.

Required profile

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant pastry or kitchen experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 25 lb and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Professional appearance and strong communication skills.

Required skills

• Oven operation
• Stove operation
• Grill operation
• Microwave operation
• Fryer operation