Cluster Executive Pastry Chef
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About the Role
Reporting to the Cluster Executive Chef, the Cluster Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for leading and inspiring the pastry and bakery operations across both Raffles and Fair.
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Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily pastry and bakery operations for all restaurants, lounges, banquets, in room dining, and retail pastry points across both properties
- Develop and implement standard recipes and presentation guidelines, ensuring consistency, quality, and cost control
- Collaborate closely with the Cluster Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership team to align pastry offerings with the overall culinary vision
- Drive innovation in dessert and pastry creation, balancing modern trends with the sophistication expected from Raffles and Fairmont brands
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards in all pastry operations
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of pastry chefs, bakers, chocolatiers, and decorators across both properties
- Identify training and development needs, fostering a culture of excellence, creativity, and continuous learning
- Manage team scheduling, performance evaluations, and succession planning
- Promote a positive and inclusive work environment, supporting Accor's values of diversity and respect
- Manage pastry related budgets, including food cost, labor cost, and productivity targets
- Participate in menu engineering and cost analysis to maximize profitability while maintaining brand standards
- Support business development through creative product offerings for events, weddings, and retail
Requirements
- Extensive experience in pastry and bakery operations in luxury hospitality
- Proven leadership and team management skills
- Strong knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene standards
- Ability to manage budgets and cost control
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Overview
- Reporting to the Cluster Executive Chef, the Cluster Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for leading and inspiring the pastry and bakery operations across both Raffles and Fairmont Red Sea.
- This pivotal leadership role ensures that all pastry products reflect the distinct brand identities and culinary philosophies of each property while maintaining the highest standards of excellence, creativity, and consistency.
- The role involves strategic menu development, team leadership, quality assurance, and collaboration across multiple outlets and banqueting operations.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily pastry and bakery operations for all restaurants, lounges, banquets, in room dining, and retail pastry points across both properties.
- Develop and implement standard recipes and presentation guidelines, ensuring consistency, quality, and cost control.
- Collaborate closely with the Cluster Executive Chef and Food & Beverage leadership team to align pastry offerings with the overall culinary vision.
- Drive innovation in dessert and pastry creation, balancing modern trends with the sophistication expected from Raffles and Fairmont brands.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards in all pastry operations.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of pastry chefs, bakers, chocolatiers, and decorators across both properties.
- Identify training and development needs, fostering a culture of excellence, creativity, and continuous learning.
- Manage team scheduling, performance evaluations, and succession planning.
- Promote a positive and inclusive work environment, supporting Accor's values of diversity and respect.
- Manage pastry related budgets, including food cost, labor cost, and productivity targets.
- Participate in menu engineering and cost analysis to maximize profitability while maintaining brand standards.
- Support business development through creative product offerings for events, weddings, and retail.
Additional Responsibilities
- Work with procurement to source premium ingredients sustainably and cost effectively.
- Ensure every pastry experience reflects the luxury, artistry, and storytelling of the Raffles and Fairmont brands.
- Collaborate with marketing and events teams for special promotions, seasonal menus, and culinary showcases.
- Engage with guests when appropriate, gathering feedback and fostering memorable experiences.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Management
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