Pastry Chef at InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residence

As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs, inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambiance where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience. If you’d like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to join InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residence as a Pastry Chef.

InterContinental Dubai Marina is a Five Star luxury hotel & residence in the heart of Dubai Marina, featuring 328 rooms and residence suites, flexible event spaces, and a variety of restaurants & bars. With over 30 languages and countries represented by the staff, the hotel weaves together an international five-star presence.

A little taste of your day to day

Your role will include but not be limited to:

• Lead and inspire a team of pastry chefs and junior staff, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performance kitchen environment.
• Design, create, and execute a wide variety of pastry items, including but not limited to desserts, breads, pastries, chocolates, and confections, tailored to both a la carte offerings and special events.
• Stay ahead of pastry trends and culinary innovations, consistently experimenting with new techniques, flavors, and presentation styles to ensure our offerings remain fresh and exciting.
• Ensure that all pastry items meet the hotel’s rigorous standards for taste, texture, and presentation, while maintaining a high level of consistency in production.
• Mentor and train pastry team members in technical skills, kitchen operations, and quality control, promoting career growth and advancement within the department.
• Oversee the purchasing of ingredients, maintaining stock levels and ensuring proper storage techniques to preserve freshness and quality.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and other departments to develop and execute seasonal menus and special events.
• Create stunning custom desserts and pastry displays for weddings, gala events, and special occasions, ensuring each is a unique and memorable experience.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety standards, ensuring cleanliness, hygiene, and safety protocols are followed in all kitchen operations.

Ideally, you'll have some or all the following qualifications and experience we're looking for:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Pastry Chef, preferably in a luxury hotel, fine dining, or high-end restaurant environment.
• Formal training from a recognized culinary school, with specialization in pastry arts preferred.
• A true passion for pastry and an eye for detail, with the ability to innovate and create visually stunning, delectable desserts.
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and motivating a team of culinary professionals.
• In-depth knowledge of pastry techniques, baking methods, plating and presentation, and dessert trends.
• Proficiency in advanced pastry techniques such as sugar work, chocolate tempering, and sugar sculptures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments.

What you can expect from us

We provide our team members with everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the industry.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, promoting a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. We always welcome different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and become part of our ever-growing global family. Apply today and embark on your next exciting career journey with us!