Pastry Chef de Cuisine - Luxury Resort Leader

Chef De Cuisine - Pastry - Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

United Arab Emirates

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Job Description

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 29 properties across 11 countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and exclusive residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

About Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray is an exclusive beachside resort located in the west crescent of Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. Inspired by the palaces of the Ottoman Empire, the resort is home to the award-winning Talise Ottoman Spa, a curated selection of restaurants, and family-friendly experiences. Guests can also enjoy water sports, with a private jetty offering shuttle boat transfers to and from the mainland of Dubai.

About the Job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chef De Cuisine to join Pastry team in Jumeirah Zabeel Saray .

The main duties and responsibilities of this role include:

• Leads and supervises pastry kitchen staff, conducting daily briefings and ensuring communication of culinary standards, tasks, and operational updates.
• Develops menus and recipes, organizes food tastings, and ensures all dishes meet quality, presentation, and portion‑control standards.
• Oversees daily food production, storage areas, and inventory-monitoring spoilage, turnover, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manages service operations by running the hot pass, supporting the team, and ensuring consistent execution of established culinary standards.
• Conducts staff training on equipment usage, hygiene practices, and operational procedures, ensuring proper documentation and follow‑ups.
• Maintains administrative controls, including logbooks, checklists, and monitoring extra hours, while performing additional duties requested by management.

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Over five years of pastry experience in a five‑star international hotel, including two years in a senior pastry leadership role (Desired).
• Completed pastry-focused chef training or apprenticeship of at least one year.
• Holds a Diploma in Hotel Management or Pastry/Baking Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with added advantage of experience in recipe or pastry production software.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and high attention to detail in line with pastry quality and food safety standards.

About the Benefits

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits include:

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways

Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network

Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide

Comprehensive healthcare and life insurance coverage

Paid annual leave entitlement

Performance-based incentives tailored to your role

Competitive tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED)

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