An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Baker to join our team at Madinat Jumeirah Resort, a beachfront resort comprising four distinctive hotels along a two-kilometer stretch of private coastline, offering uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab.
 About the Role
Core Function: Leading bakery operations, menu design, and team mentorship across Madinat Jumeirah
Resort Scale: Over 20 curated restaurants and lounges, plus Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Parent Brand: Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and member of Dubai Holding
Portfolio: 29 properties across 11 countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia
Career Opportunity in UAE Luxury Resort Baking & Culinary Leadership
Strategic Location: Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai — home to the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab views
Global Brand Legacy: Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality since 1999
Comprehensive Benefits: Tax-free salary, healthcare, flight home, and colleague discounts worldwide
Career Growth: Internal mobility opportunities within Jumeirah’s global network
Position Overview
This Head Baker role involves upholding performance standards and HACCP compliance to maintain a safe working environment, assisting in menu planning and standard recipe design for consistent quality, and monitoring food standards across outlets and banquets. You will coach and mentor senior chefs, recommend equipment and production method improvements to management, and identify market needs and trends in food for guests and local markets.
Why This Role Matters: As Head Baker at Madinat Jumeirah, you lead bakery operations at one of Dubai’s most iconic luxury beachfront resorts, offering unrivaled views of the Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, apply strong culinary leadership designing standard recipes and menus that satisfy guest needs across more than 20 restaurants and lounges, mentor and develop senior chefs throughout the kitchens, contribute to modernization recommendations that elevate guest satisfaction, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a tax-free salary, healthcare, and flights home as part of Jumeirah’s global hospitality network.
Key Responsibilities
Standards, Safety & Menu Development
- Uphold standards of performance, policies, and procedures per the Departmental Operations Manual
- Fully understand HACCP and maintain a safe, equitable working environment
- Assist in planning menus and designing standard recipes for consistent quality across the resort
- Monitor food standards in each outlet and banquets
Team Mentorship & Development
- Coach and mentor senior chefs throughout the kitchens
- Ensure senior chefs have full support to train and develop their own teams
Innovation & Market Awareness
- Make recommendations to management for modernization of equipment, production methods, and presentation
- Identify market needs and trends in food for both hotel guests and local markets
 Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Catering, Hospitality, or another relevant field
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of international experience in a five-star hotel or restaurant in baking
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking
- Good understanding of hygiene, health, and safety standards
- Adaptability to diverse cultures and team environments
About Jumeirah & Madinat Jumeirah
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 29 properties across 11 countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. Set along a two-kilometer stretch of private coastline, Madinat Jumeirah comprises four distinctive hotels — Jumeirah Al Naseem, Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Mina Al Salam, and Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf — together forming a one-of-a-kind destination rooted in Arabian luxury hospitality, featuring over 20 curated restaurants and lounges and the traditional Souk Madinat Jumeirah.
Career Excellence: Lead bakery operations at one of Dubai’s most iconic beachfront luxury resort destinations.
Who Should Apply?
- Experienced Five-Star Bakers: With 5+ years of international baking experience
- Catering/Hospitality Degree Holders: With a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- HACCP-Knowledgeable Culinary Leaders: Comfortable maintaining hygiene and safety standards
- Team Mentors: Experienced coaching and developing senior chefs
- Culturally Adaptable Professionals: Comfortable working in diverse, international teams
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