Sous Chef - Pastry

Job Purpose

The Sous Chef Pastry is responsible for leading and managing the pastry team in delivering the highest standards of dessert and bakery offerings at Raffles & Fairmont Doha. This role requires a handson leader with a strong foundation in classical and modern pastry techniques who can inspire creativity maintain consistency and uphold luxury service standards in all pastryrelated operations across the hotels.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in planning organizing and directing all pastry operations.

Supervise daytoday production of highquality pastry bakery and dessert items across outlets banquets and inroom dining.

Ensure consistent product quality presentation and taste in line with Raffles & Fairmont brand standards.

Mentor train and develop pastry team members fostering a positive and professional kitchen environment.

Oversee inventory control ordering and proper storage of pastry supplies and ingredients.

Maintain hygiene sanitation and safety standards in compliance with HACCP and local regulations.

Collaborate with other culinary leaders on menu design seasonal offerings and themed presentations.

Monitor cost control portioning and waste management to achieve targeted food cost and operational efficiency.

Stay updated on global pastry trends and techniques to continuously elevate the guest experience.

Qualifications :

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts with specialization in Pastry or Bakery.

Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in luxury hotels or highend pastry establishments including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

Strong knowledge of classic French pastry techniques and modern trends (e.g. plated desserts entremets chocolate work viennoiserie).

Experience in largescale banquet production and fine dining environments.

Proficient in kitchen management systems and inventory software is an advantage.

Excellent leadership communication and teambuilding skills.

Ability to work well under pressure and in a multicultural environment.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Fulltime

Key Skills

Children Activity,IT Audit,Admin Support,Healthcare,Consumer Durables,IT Operations

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1