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Specialty Chef – Bakery

United Arab Emirates Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island AED 4,000–7,000 per month, often with accommodation, meals, transport, medical insurance and other hospitality benefits*
Job Description

The Specialty Chef – Bakery is responsible for preparing high-quality breads, pastries, cakes and other bakery products while maintaining consistent taste, presentation and hygiene standards. Candidates should have professional culinary or pastry training and proven experience in a hotel, resort or high-volume bakery, preferably in a luxury hospitality environment. Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, food safety and kitchen equipment is expected. The successful candidate should be creative, organized, physically fit and able to work under pressure, including weekends and public holidays. The role also requires teamwork, attention to detail, stock control and compliance with the resort’s quality and safety procedures.

Company Info

Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island is a luxury all-inclusive resort located on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It operates under the Rixos brand, which is part of Accor’s international hospitality portfolio. The resort combines upscale accommodation with restaurants, cafés, entertainment, spa facilities, pools and beach access, serving both international visitors and local guests. Its culinary operation includes a variety of dining concepts and requires skilled chefs to maintain high standards across bakery, pastry, buffet and speciality food production. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with structured hotel procedures, guest-focused service expectations and opportunities for training and career development within Accor and Rixos properties.

Destination Guide

Saadiyat Island is a modern cultural and beach destination in Abu Dhabi, known for luxury resorts, white-sand beaches, museums and easy access to the city centre. Hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, retail, facilities and entertainment provide the main employment opportunities, with additional roles available across Abu Dhabi’s business and service sectors. The culture blends Emirati traditions with a large international community; modest clothing and respect for local customs are important. Lifestyle is safe, warm and comfortable, although summer temperatures are extremely high. Employers commonly sponsor work visas for overseas hires and may provide accommodation, meals, transport, health insurance and annual flights. Employees should not begin work before their residence and work permissions are properly arranged. New arrivals should budget for deposits, personal expenses and occasional taxi or transport costs.