Chocolatier

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.

**JOB LOCATION - Fujairah, UAE**

**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.

**BENEFITS & SALARY**
- Accommodation Provided
- Health Insurance
- 1 economy flight per annum
- 30 days’ vacation per annum
- Salary DOE

**Job Type**: Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Fujairah: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

**Language**:

- English as your NATIVE language (required)