R&D Gelato Chef

One of our leading Food & Beverage industry client in the UAE is looking for an ambitious, creative, passionate and driven R&D Gelato Chef to join their production team who look forward to bring new creation in the kitchen.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for gelato and pastry making as well as other operational skills.
• Refine, improve, and update existing Gelato recipes and Gelato menu items
• Ability to come up with creative ideas and flavors in line with current and future trends and translate them to exciting and appealing menu items.
• Ensure consistency and presentation of finished products.
• Proper usage and maintenance of equipment.
• Able to do Research and Development (R&D) of new product offerings.
• Able to develop Gelato products from a range of cuisines, with various different looks and forms of presentation
• Track food costs, and maintain portion control and preparation quantities with minimal wastage.
• Forecasting and liaising with suppliers. Assists in placing orders when necessary.
• Understand and practice proper handling, receiving, and storage of ingredients, finished products, and gelato to prevent spoilage.
• Be creative in the design and implementation of ongoing food concepts.
• Should be responsible for making cones, packing gelato pints, serving customers, taking orders, scooping gelato, managing queue and cashiering duties.
• Maintain high standards of grooming and personal hygiene.
• Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
• Guide the juniors when required.
• Complete any ad hoc tasks assigned.

Requirements

• Professional Certificate/NiTEC/Diploma/Degree in Baking & Pastry/Culinary Arts/Culinary Management or any relevant certificates.
• 5+ years of experience is required
• Advantageous to possess a valid WSQ Basic Food Hygiene Course certificate.
• Should be experienced with gelato production techniques and processes.
• Committed, responsible and dedicated to roles and responsibilities to ensure optimal work performance.
• Have excellent personal hygiene and uphold the utmost level of food hygiene and kitchen safety practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Physically fit and can stand for long hours.

Professional Certificate/NiTEC/Diploma/Degree in Baking & Pastry/Culinary Arts/Culinary Management or any relevant certificates. 5+ years of experience is required Advantageous to possess a valid WSQ Basic Food Hygiene Course certificate. Should be experienced with gelato production techniques and processes. Committed, responsible and dedicated to roles and responsibilities to ensure optimal work performance. Have excellent personal hygiene and uphold the utmost level of food hygiene and kitchen safety practices. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Physically fit and can stand for long hours.