Job Description

Job Title: Head Pastry Chef

Job Summary: The Head Pastry Chef leads our pastry and dessert team, bringing a passion for pastry arts, innovation, and a keen understanding of flavor profiles to create delectable and visually stunning desserts. The role will be responsible for developing and executing the pastry menu, managing the pastry kitchen, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and presentation.

Responsibilities:

• Create and update a diverse and appealing pastry menu that complements the overall dining experience.
• Introduce new and innovative dessert concepts, considering seasonal ingredients and culinary trends.
• Ensure a harmonious balance of flavors, textures, and artistic presentation in all desserts.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen, maintaining efficiency and cleanliness.
• Manage inventory, procurement, and cost control to optimize pastry kitchen expenses.
• Uphold high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety in the pastry kitchen.
• Recruit, train, and mentor pastry staff to foster a skilled and motivated team.
• Encourage a collaborative and creative work environment, promoting open communication and teamwork.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance skills.
• Ensure consistency in the preparation and presentation of all pastries and desserts.
• Implement and enforce quality control measures to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Monitor customer feedback to continuously improve and elevate the dessert offerings.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and other culinary team members to create a cohesive and complementary overall menu.
• Coordinate with the front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and presentation of desserts.
• Work with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients and explore new products.
• Stay informed about the latest pastry and dessert trends, techniques, and ingredients.
• Introduce innovative concepts and techniques to elevate the pastry program.
• Participate in industry events and networking to stay at the forefront of the culinary landscape.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• In which country are you currently located?
• If selected, how soon can you join our company after signing an offer letter? Give minimum number of days.
• Which country are you from? (Nationality)
• What is your age right now?
• Have you read and confirm the job description for this role?
• Do you have experience in Bakery section?
• Please mention the names of the restaurants, cafe, or hotel where you worked as a pastry chef.
• How many years of pastry experience do you have?
• How much is minimum full package / all in salary that you are expecting for this role? Non-negotiable. QAR ______
• This role if for our soon to open high-end cafe in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. If selected, are you willing to relocate to Saudi Arabi by August 2024 (earliest)? If yes, please proceed with your application.

IMPORTANT: We will need your portfolio and pictures of your creations. You may leave the online link here or you may email them at together with your CV.