Commis II - Bakery

A surprising, chic merging of Asian style with an Egyptian aesthetic, Raffles Dubai is a 5-star luxury hotel perfectly positioned in the heart of the city , delivering impeccable service and sophisticated style.

Main Duties

• To organize together with the Head Baker/Pastry Chef the shift on his/her section with regard to mise-en-place production and its service.
• To take orders from Head Baker/Pastry Chef  and carry them out in the correct manner
• Together with Head Baker/Pastry Chef to write daily wine, dry store, food requisitions and kitchen transfers on the appropriate forms for the approval of the Pastry Chef in order to achieve the high stock rotation desired in his/her section.
• To maintain good employee relations and motivate staff.
• To work to the specifications received by Head Baker/Pastry Chef  regarding portion size, quantity and quality as laid down in the recipe index.
• To be responsible for completing the daily checklist regarding mise-en-place and food storage.
• To attend daily meetings with the Pastry Chef and other meetings as requested by the Executive Chef /Pastry Chef.
• To report any problems regarding failure of machinery and small equipment to the Pastry Chef and to follow up and ensure the necessary work has been carried out.
• To check the main information board re change of any Banquets or other information regarding the organization.
• To keep the section clean and tidy.
• To pass all information to next shift about functions, mise-en-place (report everything) and make sure night is covered
• Accidents and sickness to be written in Accident Book according to Hotel Policy and Procedure and reported to the Pastry Chef.
• To check Bakery Commis Chefs on his/her section:  e.g. regarding personal hygiene.
• To assist the Pastry Chef in composing new recipes and menu ideas.
• To have a complete understanding of and adhere to the company’s policy relating to fire, hygiene and safety.
• The above description is not to be regarded as exhaustive. Other tasks and responsibilities of a broadly comparable nature may be added on a temporary or permanent basis as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

1. Average reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
2. Good communication and customer contact skills.
3. Team Player

EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum 1-year food/bakery experience.

Raffles Dubai Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi121800 Dubai, United Arab Emirates