Pastry Chef

Summary

Grand Hyatt Amman enjoys a prime location at the heart of Amman. Grand Hyatt Amman is only a 45-minute drive from Queen Alia International Airport. The 312 rooms equipped with an array of modern amenities and latest technology. For meetings and conferences, the hotel is well equipped for hosting business and social gatherings of every description. Over 350 colleagues are committed to maintaining the highest standards of luxury, quality and service which define the company.

 

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Pastry Chef to prepare a variety of desserts, pastries and bread. Demonstrates a level of creativity to develop new amazing tastes and recipes. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in culinary arts with a passion for pastry and bakery creations.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Present a wide variety of creative and innovative products, meet and exceed guests taste, while challenging and recognizing them for their contribution to the success of the operation
• Assist in hiring, training and developing the kitchen staff, as well as maintaining and building a strong employee morale.
• Ability to maintain food safety as per standards, in all stages of storing, preparing and serving.
• Constantly evaluate local, national and international market trends, vendors and other hotel/restaurant operations to make sure that the hotel’s own operations remain competitive and cutting edge.
• Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations (pastries that are gluten free, sugarless etc.)
• Follow standard recipes and minimize waste to help ensure that the outlet’s food cost is in line with budget.

Qualifications

• 2 -3 year experience as in a similar role. 
• Working knowledge in English language.
• Ability to use computer systems.
• Knowledge in kitchen cost control.