# Pastry Chef at Kempinski

> Onsite · Lebanon · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Akempinski%3A578695 (read 2026-11-09).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Kempinski](https://alderhq.app/companies/kempinski)
- Location text: Lebanon - Beirut, Beirut
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · Lebanon (evidence: "Location: Lebanon - Beirut, Beirut")
- Posted: already open when tracking began; date unknown
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-09
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://kempinski.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/38a23afc-d4e3-48e1-87ca-5732ec48ee5e

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted

## Description (the employer's text)

Plan, organize, control and direct the work of employees responsible for the preparation and presentation of a broad array of cakes, pastries, desserts, petits fours and breads which meet customer expectations.

### Responsibilities

The job of Pastry Chef is executed satisfactorily when:

- Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in the supervision of all employees in the Pastry/Bakery kitchen.
- Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in establishing culinary standards specific for Pastry/Bakery which meets the need of the target market.
- Develop and maintain up-dated operations manuals for all Food Production and Stewarding sections and in making recipes and maintain up-dated and accurate costing of all dishes prepared and sold in the Food and Beverage operation.
- Inspect daily, all fresh food received to ensure a high quality is maintained.
- Inspect several times daily all food stores and refrigerated areas and suggest, where necessary, correct storage methods to comply with Health & Safety regulations, to avoid spoilage and ensure regular turnover of food items and give completed check lists to the Executive Pastry Chef.
- Check on a daily basis food preparation, individual costs, quality, quantity inventories and portion control.
- Liaise with the Chief Steward in order to ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained in all areas of the Pastry/Bakery kitchen, such as machinery and small kitchen equipment.
- Plan the duty rosters on weekly basis.
- Ensure the proper purchasing request, store requisitioning and controlling of supplies.
- Work with Executive Pastry Chef and Director of Human Resource to ensure the departmental performance of staff is productive and assist in planning for future staffing needs.
- Ensure training needs analysis of Kitchen staff is carried out and training programs are designed and implemented to meet needs.
- Provide input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guidelines.
- Coach, counsel and discipline staff, provide constructive feedback to enhance performance.
- Work with Executive Pastry Chef in the preparation and management of the department’s budget.
- Demonstrate Awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines.
- Maintain a hygienic kitchen and personal hygiene.
- Be aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
- Be familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.
- Initiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers.
- Log security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.
- Implement and practice HACCP.
Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel.

### Skills

NATIONALITY: Lebanese

EDUCATION: Hospitality management or equivalent

HACCP certification

EXPERIENCE: To fill the position, the following is required:

- Minimum 3 years kitchen experience
- Minimum 1 years in a pastry kitchen role, preferably with a 5\* Hotel chain
- Experience in the retail sector is beneficial
- International experience preferred
LANGUAGE:

- Local language – excellent oral and written skills
- English – excellent oral and written skills
- Additional language - beneficial
COMPETENCIES:

- Ability to work as part of a team, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors.
- Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times.
- Works in a safe, prudent and organized manner.
- Knowledgeable of food safety regulations.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

- Ability to operate computer and office equipment.
- Proficiency in Excel and Word.
INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERISTICS: To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition they should be especially:

- Passionate for Food & Beverage
- People Oriented
- Passionate for European luxury
- Entrepreneurial
- Straightforward
- Business Acumen
- Sense of responsibility
- Leader
- Team player
- Analytical thinker
- Flexible and reliable
- Tolerant and open minded
- Works well under pressure

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