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Assistant pastry chef -French Cuisine

CompanyAccorHotel
LocationMedina
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 5, 2026
About The Company
We are Accor We are more than 290,000 hospitality experts placing people at the heart of what we do, creating emotion for our guests, and nurturing passion for service and achievement beyond limits. Building on the strength of our teams and of our fully integrated ecosystem of leading brands, personalized services & expert solutions, we break new ground to reimagine hospitality and inspire new ways to experience the world. We are dedicated to suit all desires and needs, and reinvent the guest experience every day with our 45 hotel brands across all segments- 5,600 properties around the world from luxury five-star palaces to smart economy hotels, exquisite residences to full-service resorts. Because we take care of millions of guests and each of our hotels is a world in itself, where every action counts. We strive to make positive impact both locally and globally, to ensure hospitality benefits not only the few, but all.
About the Role

Company Description

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.​

By joining us, you will become a Heartist because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.​

At Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah our Guests experience profound spiritual luxury, a few steps away from Al Masjid Al Nabawi. Our 5-star retreat, near one of Saudi Arabia's most sacred sites, seamlessly connects local traditions with elegant French hospitality.

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!​

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.​

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,

Job Description

Production & Quality

  • Assist in the preparation of French pastries, cakes, tarts, viennoiseries, breads, chocolates, and specialty desserts.
  • Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation of all pastry products.
  • Follow standard recipes and portion controls.
  • Participate in menu development and seasonal dessert promotions.
  • Monitor product freshness and quality standards.

Operations

  • Support the Pastry Chef in organizing daily pastry production.
  • Assist in scheduling and coordinating pastry kitchen activities.
  • Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and used safely.
  • Monitor inventory levels and report shortages.

Hygiene & Safety

  • Comply with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene regulations.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen.
  • Ensure proper storage and labeling of ingredients and finished products.

Qualifications

  • Diploma or Certificate in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2-4 years of experience in pastry production, preferably in luxury hotels or French bakeries.
  • Strong knowledge of French pastry techniques and desserts.
  • Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Job-Category: Culinary
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Job Schedule: Full-Time
  • Key Skills
    French pastry techniquesPastry productionMenu developmentHACCP complianceFood safetyHygiene standardsInventory managementTeamworkCommunicationQuality controlBakingChocolate workViennoiserieKitchen organization
    Categories
    HospitalityFood & Beverage
    Benefits
    Career development opportunitiesGlobal career opportunitiesSupportive work environmentProfessional recognition
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    Assist in the production of French pastries, breads, and desserts while ensuring high quality and presentation standards. Support the Pastry Chef in daily kitchen operations, inventory management, and compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    2-5
    💼Company Size
    102061
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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