Sous Chef / Junior Sous Chef (Bakery & Pastry)
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About the Role
Avatara Restaurant is seeking a Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef for Bakery & Pastry to lead operations, develop menus, and mentor staff. Candidates should have proven experience in artisan baking and pastry production, with strong leadership skills.
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Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the Bakery & Pastry section, ensuring smooth production and service
- Prepare and present high quality breads, viennoiserie, pastries, desserts, cakes, and other baked products
- Develop seasonal menus, new recipes, and innovative pastry concepts aligned with restaurant standards
- Supervise, train, and mentor junior chefs and bakery staff
- Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and portion control
- Monitor inventory levels, manage food costs, minimize wastage, and coordinate ingredient ordering
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
- Inspect and maintain bakery equipment, reporting maintenance requirements
- Collaborate with Executive Chef and culinary team to enhance guest dining experience
- Manage the Bakery & Pastry section independently in the absence of the Head Chef
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, or Senior CDP in a Bakery & Pastry environment
- Strong expertise in artisan bread, laminated doughs, cakes, plated desserts, chocolates, and pastry production
- Experience in menu planning, recipe development, and cost control
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced, fine dining environment
- Culinary diploma or professional pastry qualification preferred
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Job Summary
- Avatara Restaurant is looking for a talented and passionate Sous Chef / Junior Sous Chef – Bakery & Pastry to lead and support the bakery and pastry operations.
- The ideal candidate will have strong hands on experience in artisan baking, desserts, and pastry production, with the ability to manage a team, create innovative menu offerings, and maintain high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of the Bakery & Pastry section, ensuring smooth production and service.
- Prepare and present high quality breads, viennoiserie, pastries, desserts, cakes, and other baked products.
- Develop seasonal menus, new recipes, and innovative pastry concepts aligned with Avatara Restaurant's culinary standards.
- Supervise, train, and mentor junior chefs and bakery staff to ensure consistency and skill development.
- Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, and portion control.
- Monitor inventory levels, manage food costs, minimize wastage, and coordinate ingredient ordering.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
- Inspect and maintain bakery equipment, reporting any maintenance requirements promptly.
- Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team to enhance the guest dining experience.
- Manage the Bakery & Pastry section independently in the absence of the Head Chef.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, or Senior CDP in a Bakery & Pastry environment.
- Strong expertise in artisan bread, laminated doughs, cakes, plated desserts, chocolates, and pastry production.
- Experience in menu planning, recipe development, and cost control.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced, fine dining environment.
- Culinary diploma or professional pastry qualification is preferred.
Pay
- AED 4,000.00 AED 5,500.00 per month
Work Location
- In person
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