Head Baker
Job description / Role
Job TypeFull Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Catering, Food Services & Restaurants
Company Industry
Travel, Hotel & Tourism
Company description
Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a 5-star Abu Dhabi beach resort with a stunning setting on Abu Dhabi Creek. Our luxurious urban hideaway offers unparalleled panoramas over the glittering white-marble minarets of iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Alongside exquisite restaurants and bars, Fairmont Abu Dhabi boasts 366 spacious rooms, suites and a villa.Designed with discerning business and leisure guests in mind, our incomparable facilities include a private beach, pool, meeting rooms, and a magnificent ballroom for lavish celebrations.
Job description- Oversee and manage the daily operations of the bakery department, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality output
- Develop and implement new recipes, considering local taste preferences and international baking trends
- Ensure strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards throughout the baking process
- Train, mentor, and supervise junior bakers, fostering a culture of excellence and creativity
- Manage inventory, including ordering supplies and minimising waste
- Collaborate with other departments to meet production goals and maintain product quality
- Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures for all baked goods
- Stay abreast of industry trends and incorporate innovative techniques into our baking processes
- Adapt recipes and offerings to meet changing consumer trends and dietary requirements
- Contribute to menu planning and pricing strategies to maximise profitability
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a baker, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory role
- Advanced knowledge of baking techniques, recipe development, and food science
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in inventory management and cost control
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing consumer trends and dietary requirements
- Knowledge of local and international baking trends
About the Company
A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.
We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.
From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels' more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.
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