Executive Pastry Chef - Steak House by Alain Ducasse

About Wynn Al Marjan Island:On schedule to open in the United Arab Emirates in early 2027, Wynn Al Marjan Island has been created as an opulent and entertaining beachside destination for discerning guests to play and relax. Located less than 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this integrated resort offering 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants and lounges, a theater, nightclub, and five‑star spa is currently under construction on a picturesque island that gracefully curves into the Arabian Gulf.About The PositionWynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to join the resort’s Steak House by Alain Ducasse team.ResponsibilitiesPlan and manage daily pastry and bakery production aligned to forecasts, reservations, and event needStandardize recipes with precise weights, yields, photos, and allergen declarations; maintain recipe cards in the system.Ensure excellence in lamination, fermentation schedules, dough temperature control, and chocolate tempering; calibrate ovens, sheeters, mixers, and blast chillers.Set plating standards and monitor KPIs for taste, texture, portioning, and ticket times; conduct daily tastings and line checks.Deliver exceptional pastry experiences that reflect the outlet concept and brand standards.Engage with guests on special requests (birthday and wedding cakes, dietary needs) and host tastings when appropriate.Build, schedule, and lead the pastry team; allocate stations (lamination, baking, garnish, chocolate, plating) based on skill and business needs.Author and update SOPs, recipe cards, and visual plating guides; conduct corrective coaching in service.Monitor pastry trends (plant‑based, reduced sugar, local fruits, modern techniques) and propose innovations and pricing updates.Collaborate with Culinary, Restaurant, Beverage, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, and PR on launches and promotions.Attend department and inter‑department meetings; communicate relevant updates.Uphold Company policies, grooming standards, and Code of Conduct; champion sustainability (reduce, re‑use, recycle).Follow health and safety standards and drive continuous improvement.About YouFormal pastry education is preferred (e.g., Diplôme de Pâtisserie or equivalent).Advanced pastry and bakery techniques: laminated doughs, viennoiserie, sourdoughs, entremets, tarts, petit fours, ice creams/sorbets, gluten‑free and vegan adaptations.Chocolate tempering and decoration; sugar work and showpieces; modern glazing and finishing techniques.Creativity with strong aesthetic sense and balanced flavour profiles.Minimum of 10 years’ professional pastry experience, including 3–5 years in a leadership role within luxury hotels, fine dining, or premium restaurant groups.About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s BenefitsWe offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.#J-18808-Ljbffr