Baker - Raffles & Fairmont The Red Sea.

Position Overview

Join the culinary excellence team at Raffles & Fairmont The Red Sea, an unparalleled luxury resort nestled within the Red Sea Project—a groundbreaking destination set along 200 kilometers of pristine coastline. Our resort, featuring 361 elegantly designed rooms, eleven distinctive dining concepts—including an iconic overwater restaurant with breathtaking views of the Red Sea and mangroves—and a world-class spa, offers an extraordinary experience rooted in sustainability and natural beauty. Adjacent to an 18-hole championship golf course, our property reflects Fairmont’s legacy as a premier golf destination while showcasing the region’s dormant volcanoes, rich marine ecosystems, and ancient archaeological sites. As a Baker within our esteemed culinary team, you will play a pivotal role in crafting artisanal bakery and pastry creations that elevate the guest experience to new heights.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence: Assist the Executive Pastry Chef and Sous Chef in planning, organizing, and coordinating daily bakery and pastry operations to ensure seamless and efficient workflow within the kitchen.
• Production & Quality Assurance: Participate in all food production activities with a primary focus on bakery and pastry, adhering to established recipes, specifications, and the highest quality standards to deliver exceptional culinary offerings.
• Recipe Execution & Innovation: Produce a diverse range of bread and bakery products for all hotel outlets, maintaining consistency in taste, texture, and presentation. Contribute to the development of new bakery products that align with the hotel’s culinary vision and guest expectations.
• Production Planning & Efficiency: Assist in planning and organizing daily bakery production to ensure timely preparation of products in required quantities, optimizing operational timelines and resource utilization.
• Equipment & Inventory Management: Ensure the proper handling, maintenance, and use of bakery equipment to prevent damage and extend asset longevity. Assist with ordering, receiving, and storing bakery materials and ingredients efficiently, while implementing waste minimization strategies through accurate production planning and portion control.
• Quality & Hygiene Standards: Maintain rigorous quality and quantity control of bakery production, ensuring all products meet the hotel’s stringent standards. Uphold the highest levels of hygiene, sanitation, and food safety in accordance with regulatory and organizational protocols.
• Presentation & Display: Set up bread and bakery displays with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring an attractive, visually appealing, and consistent presentation that enhances the guest experience.
• Team Collaboration & Training: Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain and continuously improve production and quality standards. Assist in training bakery staff to uphold operational excellence and culinary standards. Participate in training and development programs as assigned to enhance professional skills and knowledge.
• Communication & Reporting: Report any major complaints, quality concerns, equipment issues, or operational challenges within the Bakery and Pastry section to the Executive Pastry Chef promptly. Maintain open and effective communication with supervisors and team members to foster a cohesive and productive work environment.
• Compliance & Professionalism: Adhere to hotel facilities, fire and emergency procedures, job responsibilities, and employee policies. Demonstrate a positive attitude, professionalism, honesty, and a willingness to learn in all aspects of the role.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Previous experience in a bakery or pastry kitchen environment is highly preferred. Familiarity with luxury hospitality settings, particularly within high-volume resorts or hotels, is a strong advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of bread production techniques, bakery ingredients, and equipment operation. Proficiency in food hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards is essential.
• Culinary Expertise: Ability to follow recipes, production specifications, and established procedures with precision. Culinary or bakery training or certification is desirable.
• Operational Skills: Capacity to work efficiently in a fast-paced, luxury hospitality environment while maintaining consistent quality and presentation standards. Basic knowledge of inventory management, storage practices, production planning, and waste control is beneficial.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication abilities to interact effectively with colleagues and supervisors. Demonstrated professionalism, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and public holidays. Ability to perform under pressure while ensuring quality and efficiency in all tasks.

Why Join Us?

At Raffles & Fairmont The Red Sea, we offer more than just a career—we provide an opportunity to be part of a transformative hospitality experience in one of the world’s most stunning destinations. You will work alongside industry-leading professionals in a dynamic, innovative environment that values creativity, excellence, and sustainability. Enjoy competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a legacy of luxury and unparalleled guest service. If you are passionate about baking, committed to culinary excellence, and eager to make a lasting impact in a world-class resort, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our team.