Bakery Chef

Job Summary:
The Bakery Chef Assistant supports the Bakery Chef in the daily preparation and production of breads, pastries, cakes, desserts, and other bakery products. The role ensures that all products are prepared consistently, hygienically, and according to company recipes and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Bakery Chef with daily bakery and pastry production.
• Prepare and measure ingredients according to approved recipes.
• Assist with mixing, kneading, shaping, proofing, baking, and finishing bakery products.
• Prepare doughs, fillings, creams, toppings, and other bakery components.
• Operate bakery equipment safely, including mixers, ovens, proofers, and other machinery.
• Maintain consistent product quality, portion sizes, appearance, and taste.
• Follow production schedules and ensure products are ready on time.
• Assist with decorating and finishing cakes, pastries, and desserts when required.
• Store raw materials and finished products correctly according to food safety requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery, equipment, utensils, and workstations.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
• Check ingredients for quality, freshness, and expiry dates.
• Minimize food waste and use ingredients efficiently.
• Support stock counting and inform the Bakery Chef of low or damaged stock.
• Assist with receiving and storing bakery ingredients.
• Follow company policies, recipes, and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other bakery-related duties assigned by the Bakery Chef.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a bakery, pastry kitchen, catering company, hotel, or restaurant is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of bakery and pastry preparation.
• Ability to follow recipes and production instructions accurately.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and HACCP principles.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods and handle bakery equipment and ingredients.
• Willingness to learn and develop bakery skills.

Key Skills

• Bakery preparation
• Dough handling
• Ingredient weighing and measuring
• Baking and proofing
• Basic pastry preparation
• Food safety and hygiene
• Kitchen organization
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Attention to detail

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Pay: AED1,464.15 - AED5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person