Head Baker

Job description / Role

The candidate should have professional kitchen apprenticeship and previous experience in casual dining waffle concept.

Job Description:
- Creating a wide range of gourmet waffles menu comprising of single portions, mini waffles, diet and gluten free varieties
- Specialize in doing numerous types of waffle syrup from traditional to modern ones
- Developing a suppliers list for all items required in the kitchen
- Developing and training the kitchen team in accordance to the brand standard operating procedures
- Assist in the recruitment and hire staff including cooks and other Kitchen workers
- Scheduling rotas and establishing performance measures
- Ensuring food costing standards are met and wastage is kept within the industry limit
- Conducting inventory spot checks including monthly stock taking
- Establishing recipes and methodology cards for each item on the menu
- Ensure highest standards of hygiene are met
- Participate in creative thinking for ongoing menu development

Requirements

- Has a relevant and extensive experience in waffle concept that will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week with takeaway and a delivery options available
- Creative and flexible when it comes to product innovation depending on the markets need
- Advance understanding of Professional cooking and Kitchen skills
- Knowledge of Food Safety and HACCP
- Knowledge of supplies, equipment and services, ordering and inventory control
- Must be willing to work in Dubai
- Be a leader and team player

About the Company

Based in Dubai, "GLEE Hospitality Solutions" is a collaboration of industry experts with broad knowledge and expertise in developing, launching, and operating restaurants. We at "GLEE Hospitality Solutions" are consultants, operators and equity holders in restaurants. With their diverse backgrounds, experience, and understanding of the global marketplace, the partners of "GLEE Hospitality Solutions" offer more than 30 years of combined experience in restaurant/hotel management, food and beverage, business development, operations, and sales and marketing.

In collaboration with world-class designers, "GLEE Hospitality Solutions" have opened numerous restaurants, and are now introducing their experience and knowledge to the UAE marketplace in prime locations with a focus on exciting menus, fresh ingredients, contemporary design elements, and a well-trained, amicable, and approachable staff.