Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a certificate, diploma, or degree in Pastry Arts, Baking, or Culinary Arts, along with 1-2 years of experience in a luxury hotel, fine-dining restaurant, or professional pastry kitchen. A passion for pastry, artistic presentation skills, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Intermediate English proficiency is required, with other languages being an asset.
Description
About UsInterContinental Hotels & Resorts has delighted luxury travelers since 1946, serving as a meeting place for heads of state, a setting for world-changing speeches, and the impetus for some of the most famous love stories of all time.The brand has become synonymous with bold exploration, travel, and cultural discovery. The InterContinental The Red Sea Resort exemplifies these attributes. Set within one of the world's most ambitious luxury tourism developments amidst an archipelago of over 90 pristine islands, the hotel offers guests sweeping views of the ocean and a discreet barefoot luxury immersed in nature experience.Each of the resort's 210 sea-facing rooms provides immediate beach access; allowing guests to step out on to the sands of the Red Sea from the terrace. Moreover, the resort features seven different gastronomic experiences, sprawling pools and recreational facilities, a spa, a health club and curated meetings and events spaces for leisure, business travelers and groups.With the worldliness that travel brings, every stay will take your imagination to places you'd never expect!Demi Chef de Parti – PastryAs a Demi Chef de Partie, you will support the pastry team in delivering refined, creative, and consistently high-quality desserts and baked goods. This role is ideal for a passionate and ambitious pastry professional seeking to hone their craft. You will be responsible for your assigned area in the pastry kitchen, ensuring preparation and presentation meet the highest standards.Key Requirements:Assist in the preparation and presentation of all pastry items, including desserts, tarts, cakes, mousses, chocolates, baked goods, breads, ice creams, and viennoiseries. Execute recipes to precise specifications, maintaining consistency in taste, texture, and presentation. Take ownership of a specific section within the pastry kitchen, such as chocolate, bread, plated desserts, or afternoon tea. Ensure mise en place is complete ahead of each service and restock as needed throughout the day. Work closely with the Chef de Partie, Head Baker or Sous Chef to help develop new menu ideas and seasonal offerings. Adhere to the highest food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP), ensuring a clean and organized workstation at all times. Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the Chef de Partie to support efficient kitchen operations. Assist in training and mentoring junior team members, including Commis Chefs and trainees. Participate in special functions and VIP events, delivering exceptional service and artistry.Additional Qualifications:Certificate, diploma, or degree in Pastry Arts, Baking, or Culinary Arts. 1–2 years of experience minimum in a luxury hotel, fine-dining restaurant, or professional pastry kitchen. Passion for pastry with a strong foundation in baking techniques, dessert plating, and pastry skills. Artistic eye for presentation and detail-oriented approach to recipe execution. Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow within a high-performance team. Ability to work under pressure and manage time efficiently during busy service periods. Intermediate level of English required; other languages are considered an asset.What You Can Expect From UsWe give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job We'll never know unless you hit the Apply button. Start your journey with us today.