We are looking for an experienced Arabic Sweets & Pastry Chef with strong knowledge of traditional Arabic and Middle Eastern desserts and the ability to maintain consistent quality, taste, and presentation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare a wide variety of traditional Arabic sweets and pastries, including Baklava, Kunafa, Basbousa, Warbat, Maamoul, Qatayef, Halawet El Jibn and other regional specialties.
- Prepare fillings, creams, syrups, doughs, nuts, and pastry components from scratch.
- Ensure consistency in taste, texture, portion size, and presentation.
- Develop and improve traditional recipes with modern and fine-dining presentation when required.
- Monitor baking temperatures, preparation times, and production quantities.
- Maintain proper storage, labeling, stock rotation, and ingredient freshness.
- Control food waste and assist with food-cost management.
- Maintain excellent hygiene and food-safety standards throughout the pastry section.
- Organize daily production according to restaurant/service requirements.
- Train and supervise junior pastry staff when required.
- Work closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen team on menu development and seasonal specialties.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience specializing in Arabic sweets and pastries.
- Strong practical knowledge of Levantine, Gulf and wider Middle Eastern desserts.
- Excellent understanding of pastry preparation, baking, syrups, creams, nuts, chocolate, and dough handling.
- Ability to produce both traditional and modern presentations.
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume professional kitchen.
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
- Strong attention to detail, consistency, cleanliness, and presentation.
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and control portions and food costs.
Position: Arabic Sweets & Pastry Chef
Department: Pastry / Kitchen
Employment Type: Full-Time