Baker / Pastry Chef

About the role

The Sheraton Nouakchott Hotel is seeking a motivated Baker/Pastry Chef to join its Food & Beverage team. In this full-time position you will prepare a variety of baked goods and pastries, ensuring they meet the hotel’s quality, presentation and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality guidelines and presentation standards.
• Portion, chop, store and organize ingredients for daily production.
• Operate baking ovens, mixers, measuring tools and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor and record temperatures of appliances and food, reporting any issues to management.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work station, following all sanitation and food‑safety procedures.
• Check the quality and portion sizes of dishes throughout the shift.
• Adhere to company policies on safety, security and personal hygiene.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Less than one year of related bakery or pastry experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lb, stand for long periods and work on varied floor surfaces.

Required skills

• Baking equipment operation.
• Food preparation and portioning.
• Food safety compliance.