Salary: SAR 2,000 to SAR 2,300 (based on knowledge and skills) plus FREE shared accommodation, transportation, and 1 duty meal
Location: Via Riyadh
Role Overview: The Pastry Commis supports the pastry section in the preparation of desserts, breads, and viennoiserie, working under the guidance of the Pastry Chef de Partie and Head Pastry Chef. With a background in French pastry, this role assists in producing desserts and baked goods to the precision, consistency, and presentation standards expected of a fine dining kitchen.
Job Description
• Prepare mise en place for the pastry section, including doughs, batters, creams, fillings, and garnishes, following recipe standards.
• Produce French pastries, desserts, breads, and viennoiserie according to the pastry chef's specifications, ensuring consistency in taste, texture, and presentation.
• Assist with plating and finishing desserts for service, applying precise technique to glazing, piping, and decoration.
• Follow standardized recipes and production guides accurately to maintain consistency across services and batches.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry workstation, tools, and equipment in line with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Monitor ingredient freshness and stock levels for the pastry section, reporting shortages or quality issues to the section chef promptly.
• Work efficiently under pressure during peak service and event preparation to ensure desserts are ready within required timeframes.
• Follow all kitchen hygiene, food safety, and grooming standards in line with restaurant and Saudi regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
• At least 1–2 years of pastry kitchen experience in a fine dining or upscale restaurant, with hands-on knowledge of French pastry.
• Diploma or certificate in pastry arts, with formal training in French pastry techniques preferred.