Pastry Commis

As a Pastry Commis Chef at Zuma, you’ll work alongside talented chefs to create desserts that delight our guests, while developing your skills in a dynamic and inspiring kitchen. Our desserts are crafted with precision and passion, adding the perfect touch to our exceptional dining experience.

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. Our global collection includes four incredible locations across the Middle East; Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Riyadh. Our venues are icons in each of their hospitality landscapes, demonstrating our commitment to excellence and to elevating our guest experiences. Zuma is proud to be part of the Azumi collection.

Life at Zuma

Joining Zuma means becoming part of an inclusive global community that lives by three core values:
Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection– putting pride into everything we do
Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness
Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do

Main Duties
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare a variety of desserts and pastry items in accordance with recipes and guidance from senior chefs, ensuring consistency in taste, texture, and presentation.
• Maintain adequate mise en place levels for seamless service, focusing on minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency
• Monitor the quality, consistency, appearance, and taste of all food products, delivering excellence in every dish
• Conduct daily hygiene checks in storage areas, ensuring compliance with Zuma’s rigorous cleanliness and safety standards
• Take an active interest in learning other kitchen sections to support team collaboration and adaptability
• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance to reflect Zuma’s commitment to professionalism

What We Look For
Our ideal candidate embodies our values and brings:

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• Proven experience as a pastry commis chef in a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences

Benefits
We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Meals are shared daily
• Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Dining discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.