Baker, Commis 2 | Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Exceptional service and cuisine are hallmarks of the Fairmont Hotels & Resorts dining experience. Your leadership, creativity and culinary skills as Baker will guide the preparation of our Bakery’s wide assortment of delicious baked goods for the enjoyment of our guests.

Hotel Overview:

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, “gateway to the sea” boasts a prime location at the mainland gateway to the cosmopolitan city of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. With its strikingly contemporary architecture, this beachfront business hotel offers the highest level of comfort and elegance throughout its 369 guestrooms and suites, including the ultimate exclusive lifestyle hotel experience with Fairmont Gold.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head Baker, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues

• Ensure daily checks of all mis en place to ensure freshness and quality standards

• Prepare daily production of breads, rolls, muffins and other baked goods according to standard recipes

• Inspect product for quality and consistency during and after baking

• Review production schedules to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake

• Monitor inventory of supplies and order stock based on daily and weekly requirements

• Complete production sheets needed for the daily operation

• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment

• Maintain consistency for all items leaving the Bake Shop

• Follow Kitchen policies, procedures and service standards

• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a Bakery required

• Journeyman’s papers or international equivalent preferred

• Diploma Certification in a Culinary discipline preferred

• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

• Highly responsible & reliable

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment

• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift

• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs

• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling

• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Visa Requirements:

Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in Abu Dhabi. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr will cover visa costs and flights for selected candidates from place of origin.

Living and working in Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi, the capital, is the largest of the 7 Emirates which make up the United Arab Emirates, one of the world fastest growing tourist destinations. When you choose to live and work in Abu Dhabi, you will find that we offer competitive salaries, service charge, quality medical benefits, meals and furnished accommodation. There are currently no income taxes in the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi’s heritage is rooted in Islamic traditions and living here will prove to be a unique life experience.

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