Commis I Pastry (Kitchen Assistant)

About the role

A full-time, non-management Commis I Pastry position in the kitchen at a Westin hotel in Manama, Bahrain. The role prepares desserts and confectionery, designs seasonal menus and develops new pastry recipes.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare desserts and confectionery, design seasonal menus and develop new recipes for the pastry section.
• Anticipate and address guests' service needs.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining and coaching staff, and act as a role model.
• Follow company and safety and security policies, report maintenance needs, accidents and unsafe conditions, and complete safety training and certifications.
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance, keep proprietary information confidential and protect company assets.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Develop positive working relationships, support the team and speak clearly and professionally.
• Physical demands include standing, sitting or walking for long periods, lifting up to 25 pounds, and bending, twisting and reaching overhead.

Required profile

• Preferred: technical, trade or vocational school degree.
• Preferred: at least 3 years of related work experience.
• No supervisory experience required.