Demi Chef (Bakery)

About the role

Pullman Dubai Downtown, a 5-star hotel in the Business Bay district near the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, is hiring a Demi Chef (Bakery) on a full-time basis. The role covers bakery production, kitchen organisation, quality control and food safety within the hotel.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in preparing breads, rolls, pastries, doughs and other bakery items, following recipes, schedules and quality standards, and monitoring baking temperatures, timings and equipment settings.
• Organise daily bakery production, store, label and rotate ingredients and finished products, monitor stock levels, minimise food waste and keep the workstation organised.
• Ensure products meet quality and presentation standards and comply with HACCP, food safety, hygiene and allergen management procedures.
• Check ingredient freshness, handle and store food properly, and report equipment defects and workplace hazards.
• Operate bakery equipment safely, keep it clean and maintained, and follow health, safety, fire prevention and security procedures.

Required profile

• Diploma or certification in Bakery, Pastry Arts or a related culinary field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a hotel, restaurant or professional bakery.
• Good knowledge of bread making, pastry preparation, dough handling and baking techniques.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Creative, detail-oriented and passionate about baking.

Required skills

• Operating bakery equipment such as ovens, mixers and dough sheeters.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety and hygiene standards.
• Good organisational, communication and teamwork skills.