Chef de Partie (Head Baker) at voco Dubai The Palm

Welcome to voco.

Drawing on our years of experience in delivering True Hospitality, voco Hotels, gives people a different choice. Hotels that are reliable enough to depend on, but different enough to be fun. Our new family of hotels are connected by their individual characters that make memorable travel dependable. Unstuffy hotels, where people feel comfortable to relax, and just get on with relaxing. Hotels that stand out from the crowd.

Becoming part of the family, everyone’s a host…

Every great stay starts with a great host, who are the beating heart of our hotels. Our teams are there when people need them but, give them space to relax. It’s these thoughtful touches that give our service the balance guests adore: natural and easy-going but, also friendly without being over the top.

voco Dubai The Palm is conveniently located on the trunk of the manmade island while being part of “Palm West Beach”, a trendy and vibrant spot with an array of exceptional dining concepts. 

Your day to day

Key Responsibilities:

• Overall in-charge of the baking section of the kitchen
• Ensure excellent quality throughout the bakery offerings.
• Supervise and coordinate all pastry and bakery preparation and presentation.
• Plan production to facilitate daily requirements
• Develop appropriate seasonal menu offerings
• Manage food cost controls to contribute to F&B revenue
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and Health and Safety regulations
• Maintain food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
• Maintain purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.
• Support procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls.
• Follow proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
• Actively involved in training the pastry associates on the fundamentals of pastry techniques and excellent plate presentations.
• Assure on-going training and that the high standards are followed.
• Adhere and maintain all SOP’s (set by the shore-side F & B Operation)
• Assure safe, quality food products and complete guest satisfaction.
• Produce and maintain the highest pastry food quality and controls for all food products Served in all areas, according to the needs 

What we need from you

• 3 years related experience including at least 2 years in supervisory capacity or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
•  Strong background in HACCP procedures and application
• Good practical, operational and adequate administrative skills.
• A true “team-player” mentality and flexible attitude towards a diverse set of tasks
• Excellent communication skills