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ABOUT THE COMPANY |
AZADEA Group is a premier lifestyle retail company that owns and operates more than 40 leading international franchise concepts in fashion and accessories, food and beverage, home furnishings, sporting goods, multimedia and beauty and cosmetics across the Middle East and Africa spread across 13 countries overseeing more than 700 stores. |
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JOB PURPOSE |
The Pastry Sous Chef oversees and manages the pastry production process. He/she is tasked with planning, organizing, and exploring new product developments to ensure comprehensive expertise in pastry craftsmanship. |
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RESPONSIBILITIES |
- Assist in preparing, cooking, and decorating pre-cooked, raw, elaborated, frozen, and shaped pastries according to specified instructions and in compliance with set specifications. - Implement brand-specific hygiene procedures and guidelines, ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, and promptly report any discrepancies to higher management. - Review checklists prepared by team members to ensure their effectiveness and take appropriate actions based on the findings. - Supervise and ensure that pastry production meets established standards for quality, timeliness, hygiene, cleanliness, and presentation. - Coordinate with the Front of House staff to stay informed about special events and reservations, preparing accordingly for their needs. - Supervise and monitor the team's performance to ensure achievement of defined objectives and standards. Plan tasks, set deadlines, monitor results and quality, and communicate team requests to higher management. - Coordinate routine orders with storekeepers, follow up with suppliers, receive pastry goods, verify specifications and expiry dates, and ensure proper storage according to established procedures. - Contribute to maintaining the stock of food and necessary items at the pastry station. - Oversee and train team members in all essential duties within the pastry section, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. |
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LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS |
Language Proficiency - Fluency in English. - Fluency in Arabic is a plus. Specific Expertise - Knowledge of European pastry specialty items. |
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EDUCATION |
Technical degree in Hospitality Management, or a related field. |
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EXPERIENCE |
One to two years of experience in F&B Operations, or a similar role. |
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BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES |
Customer Focus Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions. For example, probes deeply into customer needs to identify less obvious interests or expectations. Consistently goes above and beyond to understand customer requirements and surpass their expectations. Drives Results Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. For example, devotes considerable effort to surpassing goals and achieving the best possible results; goes above and beyond to achieve excellence. Drives ahead with great focus when faced with obstacles and setbacks; maintains productivity and a positive attitude. Ensures Accountability Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. For example, holds self to high standards and consistently honors policies, procedures, and work requirements. Scrupulously ensures all work is correct. Develops Talent Develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals. For example, shares own experience and expertise with others if asked. Provides constructive feedback and other support for other people's development. Situational Adaptability Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. For example, finds out which situations call for flexibility and responds accordingly; seeks and listens to others' input and feedback on how to adapt approach to changing situations. |
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Azadea Group is an Equal Employment Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by relevant local laws. |