Commis 2 (Pastry Chef)

JOB SCOPE: • Support all pastry kitchen operations within airport lounge. • Assist in developing creative pastry menus and recipes while ensuring consistent food quality and presentation. • Ensure high standards of hygiene, food safety, and guest dining experience in line with company standards and Dubai regulations. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Plan, prepare, and produce pastries and desserts according to company standards. • Ensure professional standards of food presentation, production, and portion control. • Support daily operations of the pastry kitchen to ensure smooth workflow. • Assist in food cost control, inventory monitoring, ordering, and stock rotation. • Ensure food freshness, quality, and consistency at all times. • Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety. • Assist in menu development and seasonal pastry offerings. • Support staff scheduling and teamwork within the kitchen. • Comply with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations applicable in Dubai. • Perform any other duties assigned by the Executive Chef or management. JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Diploma or vocational certification in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts or a related field is preferred. • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a Pastry Chef or in pastry kitchen operations, preferably in hotels or catering. • Creative, self-motivated and detail-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility. • Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment. • Strong knowledge of pastry production, baking techniques, and food safety standards. • Good command of spoken and written English • Valid health certificate as per Dubai regulations is mandatory. • Willingness to work shift duties as required. • Work location: Airport – Dubai About the Company Hello! Welcome to Plaza Premium Group, we're people passionate about "Making Travel Better". We are a global company with team members from all walks of life, together we are #PPGFamily, together we are building a legacy. You don't need to be from this industry; you do need to be passionate. Our promise to you: - We will respect and value your background and perspectives - We will work together with integrity - We will share our incredible pride for job, company and industry What we ask of you: - Bring passion to all that you do - Listen, move fast and think innovatively - Speak up, have ideas and share them - Believe in customer service, and treating every person with kindness As industry leaders in innovating global airport hospitality, you will work with colleagues from all parts of the world for a truly global experience. You will help and craft services and facilities in over 200 locations in more than 60 international airports across the world. Who we are: We were established in HK in 1998 by someone who understood the value of an airport lounge and felt that the experience shouldn't just be limited to a closed-circuit group of travelers. Through the years we have worked incredibly hard to create an experience which is both accessible and quality. Almost 25 years later we now span four core business segments: airport lounges, airport terminal hotels, airport meet & greet services, and a range of airport dining concepts. In addition to our own brands, PPG provides airport hospitality solutions to leading airlines, alliances and corporates around the world. Here are a few names you might recognize: Cathay Pacific Airways, Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa etc. With the future of travel always in sight, we created Smart Traveler, a mobile-app rewards program underpinned by in-house technology. We are fast-moving and always evolving to drive our purpose of making travel better. Join our family today. Together, we'll make travel better.