Junior Sous Chef - Pastry

Role summary

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The Junior Sous Chef – Pastry supports the Pastry Chef in preparing high-quality breads, pastries, desserts, cakes and other bakery items for restaurants, events and guest services. Candidates are generally expected to have professional pastry or bakery experience, formal culinary training, strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, and the ability to manage production in a luxury resort environment. The role requires creativity, consistency, attention to detail and good organization. The successful candidate should be comfortable supervising junior colleagues, coordinating with other kitchen sections, controlling ingredients and minimizing waste. Flexibility, teamwork, a positive attitude and willingness to work shifts, weekends and holidays are essential. Experience in an international luxury hotel or resort is advantageous.

About the employer

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is a luxury private-island resort operated under the St. Regis Hotels & Resorts brand, part of Marriott International. Located in the Dhaalu Atoll, the resort offers villas, fine-dining restaurants, bars, a spa, water activities and personalized butler service. St. Regis properties are known for refined hospitality, elegant design and highly attentive guest experiences. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hotel companies, managing and franchising a broad portfolio of internationally recognized brands. Employees at the Vommuli resort work in a multicultural, high-end hospitality environment serving leisure travelers from around the world. Resort roles commonly include accommodation, meals, transportation and other benefits, although the exact package depends on the employment contract and local regulations.

Working in Maldives

The Maldives offers opportunities in luxury resorts, hotels, restaurants, diving, watersports, engineering, housekeeping, finance and guest services. Resort islands provide a structured lifestyle with accommodation, meals and recreational facilities, while local islands offer a more traditional community experience. Maldivian culture is shaped by Islam, fishing, seafaring and strong family ties; modest dress and respect for local customs are important, especially outside resort areas. Life on a remote island can be peaceful but isolated, with limited shopping, nightlife and healthcare compared with major cities. Foreign workers generally need an employer-sponsored Employment Approval and work visa, arranged by the company before or after arrival according to immigration requirements. Employers usually handle airport transfers, accommodation and work-permit administration. Candidates should confirm salary, rotation, leave, insurance, internet access and contract terms before relocating.