Chocolatier

at  Fujairah Talent Search

JOB LOCATION - FUJAIRAH, UAE

Chocolatier is a highly skilled professional who creates, and designs confections made from chocolate. They must have a great understanding of the chemistry of chocolate and its many varieties, as well as the skill to craft exquisite creations.
The Chocolatier is responsible for the development and production of a wide array of chocolate products including truffles, bars, bonbons, and cakes. They must have a creative eye when it comes to designing new chocolate Flavors and presentation. A Chocolatier must also understand proper food safety and sanitation practices.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERINECE

• Educational Background: Culinary degree or formal training in pastry, baking, or chocolate making.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Chocolatier or in a similar role in a high-end kitchen or chocolatier.
• Technical Skills:
• Mastery of chocolate tempering, molding, and enrobing.
• Knowledge of flavor profiles, fillings, and textures.
• Strong aesthetic sense for designing visually appealing chocolates.
• Creativity: Ability to develop unique flavors, designs, and presentation ideas that enhance brand identity.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional precision in crafting chocolates to meet high standards of taste and appearance.
• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage time, inventory, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer Service: Professional demeanor and ability to engage positively with customers for custom orders.
• Teamwork and Mentoring: Experience in leading or training junior staff in chocolate production.
• 10+ Year working as Pastry Chef, Chocolatier, Confectioner.
• 4 Years minimum experience working as a Private Chef for VVIPs

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Passionate about chocolate artistry and high-end confections.

· Chocolate Production, Craft a variety of chocolate products including, but not limited to, pralines, truffles, bonbons, molded chocolates, and chocolate bars.

• Quality Control and Standards, regular quality checks on all products to ensure they meet company standards for taste, appearance, and texture.
• Uphold strict standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in all production areas.
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and hygienic work environment, following HACCP standards and food safety regulations.
• Collaborate with the team to create unique, seasonal, or special edition chocolate items that align with brand identity.
• Stay updated on industry trends to introduce cutting-edge techniques, designs, and ingredients.
• Work with the marketing and sales team to conceptualize packaging and presentation ideas that enhance the visual appeal of products.
• Demonstrates innovative thinking and willingness to push boundaries with new flavors and techniques.
• Reliable, with strong work ethics and commitment to quality.
• Adept at multitasking and handling pressure during high-demand periods.
• Proactive in seeking ways to improve production efficiency and product offerings.
• Manage inventory and stock levels for chocolate, ingredients, and supplies, ensuring timely ordering to prevent shortages.
• Maintain logs of production schedules, inventory usage, and product quality checks.
• Document recipes, production methods, and quality standards.

Please refer the Job description for details