Commis II – Pastry Kitchen

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a five-star beachfront luxury hotel situated at the gateway of Abu Dhabi, offering stunning views of the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The hotel features contemporary architecture combined with elegant interiors, delivering world-class hospitality and exceptional guest experiences. The property offers over 360 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, a variety of award-winning dining venues, extensive conference and event facilities, and premium leisure amenities including private beach access, swimming pools, and fitness facilities. It caters to business travelers, leisure guests, and large-scale corporate and social events. Fairmont Bab Al Bahr upholds international luxury standards while embracing the rich culture and heritage of the United Arab Emirates. The hotel is committed to excellence, innovation, sustainability, and delivering memorable experiences for both guests and colleagues.

• Assist in the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, cakes, bread, chocolates, and other pastry items according to established recipes and standards.
• Support the Pastry Chef and senior team members in daily kitchen operations, including mise en place, baking, decoration, and finishing of products.
• Ensure all pastry items are prepared with excellent quality, taste, texture, and presentation.
• Follow standard recipes, portion controls, and food presentation guidelines to maintain consistency.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen, workstations, equipment, and storage areas in compliance with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Properly handle, store, and label ingredients to ensure freshness and minimize wastage.
• Assist with buffet setups, banquets, à la carte pastry orders, and special events as required.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate any shortages or requirements to the Pastry Chef.
• Ensure proper use and care of kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues promptly.
• Follow hotel policies, safety procedures, and Fairmont brand standards at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

• Previous experience in a pastry kitchen within a luxury hotel, resort, or high-volume bakery environment.
• Basic knowledge of pastry techniques, baking methods, and dessert preparation.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain quality standards.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail, creativity, and passion for pastry arts.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a multicultural team.