Job Title: Chocolate Pastry Chef
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Full-time | On-site
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Chocolate Pastry Chef to join our growing team in Dubai. You will prepare and produce premium chocolate confections, desserts, and pastries, keeping quality, taste, and presentation consistent. You will also support product development, maintain hygiene standards, and help run daily kitchen operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and produce chocolate confections, pastries, and desserts to a high standard
- Develop new recipes and seasonal products
- Operate, clean, and maintain kitchen and production equipment
- Manage ingredient stock and storage
- Follow food safety and hygiene procedures at all times
- Train and support junior team members
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Chocolatier, or Confectionery Chef
- Strong knowledge of chocolate, including tempering, moulding, and finishing
- Good knowledge of dates and dried fruits
- Experience operating pastry and chocolate machinery
- Attention to detail and a strong eye for presentation
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team
- Formal pastry or culinary training is an advantage
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays
Certifications Required
- Valid UAE Occupational Health Card
- Dubai Municipality Food Safety Training (EFST)
- HACCP certification