Sous Chef Pastry

Company Description Clair de Lune Advisory Services (CDL) specializes in strategic consulting and concept development for the food and beverage industry, with a strong focus on innovative consumer experiences. The company has successfully launched diverse concepts, including cafes, restaurants, and high-end pastry outlets featuring keto, gluten-free, and sugar-free offerings. CDL also provides expert advisory services for M&A activities, liquidation, and restructuring, combining deep industry insight with operational excellence. Founded by an industry leader with a decade of experience building a fast-casual brand into an award-winning market leader, CDL is known for its emphasis on consistency, well-trained teams, and excellent customer service. CDL’s expertise in rapid expansion, franchise development, asset management, and investor relations helps clients achieve sustainable growth and distinctive market positioning. Role Description The Sous Chef Pastry will support the Head Pastry Chef in overseeing daily pastry production and bakery operations in an on-site environment located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This full-time role includes preparing and baking pastries, desserts, and specialty items, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and adherence to dietary specifications such as keto, gluten-free, and sugar-free offerings. The position involves coordinating food preparation schedules, supervising junior pastry staff, maintaining inventory and ordering supplies, and enforcing food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards. The Sous Chef Pastry will collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items, refine existing recipes, and support concept development aligned with CDL’s innovative pastry vision. The role also requires monitoring production efficiency, minimizing waste, and contributing to a positive, inclusive, and high-performance kitchen culture. Qualifications • Strong foundation in Bakery and Baking, with proven experience in producing high-quality pastries and desserts. • Hands-on expertise in Food Preparation and Cooking, including portioning, timing, and plating to professional standards. • Advanced Culinary Skills, particularly in pastry techniques, recipe development, and adapting products to dietary needs (e.g., keto, gluten-free, sugar-free). • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards, with consistent application in a professional kitchen. • Experience supervising or mentoring kitchen staff, with the ability to coordinate workflows and maintain a calm, organized environment. • Strong attention to detail, creativity in flavor and presentation, and a commitment to consistency and quality. • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, in a fast-paced, on-site kitchen in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. • Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, Pastry, or a related field; professional experience in pastry-focused kitchens or specialty outlets is highly beneficial. Show more Show less

Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts, Pastry, or a related field; proven experience in pastry-focused kitchens or specialty outlets; advanced culinary skills in pastry techniques, recipe development, and adapting products to dietary needs (e.g., keto, gluten-free, sugar-free); knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP; experience supervising or mentoring kitchen staff.

Oversee daily pastry production and bakery operations on-site in Dubai. Prepare and bake pastries, desserts, and specialty items with consistent quality and presentation, including adherence to keto, gluten-free, and sugar-free dietary specifications.Coordinate food preparation schedules; supervise junior pastry staff; maintain inventory and order supplies; enforce food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and refine existing recipes; monitor production efficiency and waste; contribute to a positive, high-performance kitchen culture.