Commis - Pastry

Role Overview

Leylaty Group is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Commis Pastry to support the culinary team in producing well-made pastries, desserts, and baked items. This position focuses on helping with preparation, production, and plating while upholding strong standards of cleanliness, food safety, and overall quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with making pastries, desserts, cakes, breads, and other baked items by following standard recipes.
• Set up and prepare ingredients in advance for day-to-day kitchen service.
• Support the Pastry Chef with routine kitchen tasks and production planning.
• Maintain consistent quality and visual presentation of finished products.
• Keep the pastry section, tools, equipment, and work areas clean and well arranged.
• Adhere to food hygiene, safety, and HACCP requirements at all times.
• Store raw materials and finished products correctly, following FIFO principles.
• Use ingredients efficiently and help reduce avoidable waste.
• Assist with stock handling, inventory checks, rotation, and delivery receiving when needed.
• Coordinate smoothly with other kitchen staff to keep operations running efficiently.
• Carry out additional tasks assigned by the Pastry Chef or kitchen leadership.

Qualifications

• A certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts or Pastry is preferred.
• Prior experience of 1 to 2 years in a pastry shop, bakery, or similar environment is an advantage.
• Fundamental knowledge of pastry preparation, baking methods, and dessert work is needed.
• Awareness of food safety and hygiene practices is required.
• Must be able to handle a busy, high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Good collaboration and communication abilities are important.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality are expected.
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, is required as per operational needs.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.