Executive Chef - Pastry

About the Role and Company

Join the prestigious JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, a renowned 5-star luxury hotel located at the heart of downtown Dubai. The hotel boasts 1608 rooms and offers facilities such as an outdoor pool, fitness center, spa, and multiple dining venues featuring international cuisines. With its prime location near Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Opera, the hotel is undergoing exciting renovations to elevate its luxury experience.

We are seeking a visionary Executive Pastry Chef to lead and innovate the pastry operations within this iconic hotel. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop refined dessert offerings, craft signature creations, and manage banquet operations, all while setting new standards for guest experiences across various dining outlets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the entire pastry department's operations in a luxury hotel environment.
• Create and introduce innovative dessert concepts and signature pastries enhancing guest satisfaction.
• Manage pastry offerings for afternoon teas, bespoke celebrations, and large-scale banquet events.
• Mentor and inspire a skilled culinary team, fostering creativity and operational excellence.
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation consistent with international luxury hospitality.
• Drive commercial performance by balancing creativity with budgetary and operational considerations.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Extensive professional experience in pastry within luxury hotels.
• Strong commercial acumen combined with culinary creativity and innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, engage, and develop a diverse team of culinary professionals.
• Expertise in managing quality control, food safety standards, and consistent guest experience delivery.

Perks and Benefits

• Exceptional career opportunities, including potential global placements across Marriott’s extensive hotel portfolio.
• Learning and development programs guided by top regional culinary professionals.
• Competitive salary package with benefits including accommodation, meals during duty, and transportation.
• Access to world-class training, leadership development, and recognition programs.
• Discounted stays at over 8,000 hotels worldwide, and discounts on food and beverages for associates and their families.
• Medical and life insurance coverage.
• Supportive work environment with all necessary tools provided to perform effectively.

Additional Information

This is a full-time management position based onsite at Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Marriott International is committed to diversity and equal opportunity recruitment, embracing associates from all backgrounds and protected statuses. This role is an excellent chance to be part of a luxury repositioning journey, contributing to an iconic hotel’s transformation and delivering exquisite pastry experiences to guests worldwide.