Position: Pastry Chef
Company: BAAN Holding | بـان القابضة
Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia

About Us:

BAAN Holding Group, formerly known as AlHokair Group, has been at the forefront of the hospitality and entertainment sectors since 1978. With over 50 years of expertise, we are dedicated to expanding our investments, especially in catering, where we have established a remarkable presence.

At BAAN Holding, we take pride in delivering innovative solutions across the entertainment, hospitality, catering, and investment sectors. Our commitment to quality and sustainability ensures exceptional experiences for our customers while fostering sustainable growth through creative service models.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a passionate and creative Pastry Chef to join our dynamic catering sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background with a focus on pastry and baking. This role requires a visionary leader who excels in dessert creation and operational excellence, driving both culinary innovation and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pastry Development: Design and oversee the creation of a diverse range of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for all catering services, ensuring high standards of quality and presentation.
• Culinary Collaboration: Work closely with culinary teams to integrate pastry offerings into exceptional dining experiences for events and functions.
• Cost Management: Implement cost-effective strategies to optimize ingredient and labor costs while maintaining superior quality in all pastry products.
• Client Relations: Build and nurture strong relationships with clients to understand their dessert needs and provide tailored pastry solutions.
• Inventory Management: Maintain inventory levels and oversee the ordering of baking supplies and ingredients.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Industry Awareness: Stay updated on pastry trends and techniques, making recommendations for menu updates and enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or similar role within the catering industry, with a minimum of 5 years in a high-volume environment.
• Strong knowledge of various pastry techniques and dessert presentations, with a passion for creating innovative and delightful confections.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of effectively managing a team and collaborating across departments.
• Experience in ingredient and labor cost management, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Thank you for considering a career with BAAN Holding. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team!