Executive Pastry Chef

redfordrecruiters; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 27,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Pastry Chef role in Lahore, Pakistan, for a premium restaurant in the hospitality sector. The candidate will head pastry production, oversee daily operations, and maintain high-quality presentation of breads, croissants, pastries, cakes, and desserts.

Strong hands-on expertise in sourdough, laminations, and dessert plating is essential, with prior GCC/UAE experience preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position in Lahore, Pakistan.

Qualifications

• Proven professional experience as an Executive Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef.
• Previous working experience in the UAE or GCC countries is mandatory.
• Strong hands-on expertise in artisan breads and sourdough production.
• Excellent knowledge of croissant preparation, dough lamination, and proofing techniques.
• Professional experience preparing pastries, cakes, desserts, and bakery products.
• Strong baking, decorating, finishing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to oversee daily pastry production and coordinate kitchen operations.
• Good understanding of ingredient management, portion control, and waste reduction.

Responsibilities

• Pastry & Bakery Production: oversee production of premium pastries, cakes, desserts, croissants, and artisan breads.
• Produce authentic sourdough bread with starter management, fermentation, proofing, and baking.
• Prepare croissants and laminated pastries using professional lamination methods.
• Develop and follow standardised recipes to maintain taste, texture and presentation.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely production.
• Ensure hygiene, food safety, and sanitation standards in pastry operations.
• Manage inventory, storage, rotation, and waste reduction while maintaining quality.

Skills

Sourdough production

Artisan breads

Croissant preparation

Dessert plating

Pastry production

Kitchen leadership

Job description

WE ARE HIRING EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF -Lahore Pakistan Artisan Breads Sourdough Croissants Premium Pastries

Job Location Lahore Pakistan

Industry Hospitality Food amp Beverage Bakery amp Pastry

Employment Type Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled creative and experienced Executive Pastry Chef for a professional hospitality and food service Premium Restaurant in Lahore Pakistan. The ideal candidate must possess strong technical expertise in artisan bread production sourdough croissants premium pastries cakes and desserts along with proven experience managing pastry kitchen operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing pastry production maintaining exceptional quality and presentation standards ensuring operational efficiency and delivering consistent results in a professional kitchen environment. Candidates with previous experience in the UAE or other GCC countries are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Pastry amp Bakery Production
• Prepare and oversee the production of premium pastries cakes desserts croissants and artisan breads
• Produce authentic sourdough bread using proper starter maintenance fermentation proofing and baking techniques
• Prepare croissants and laminated pastry products using professional lamination methods
• Develop and follow standardised recipes to maintain consistent taste texture and presentation
• Ensure accurate ingredient measurements portion control and product specifications
• Oversee daily pastry preparation baking decorating and finishing
• Create attractive dessert presentations and introduce innovative pastry products
• Kitchen Operations amp Quality Control
• Coordinate daily pastry kitchen operations and production schedules
• Maintain consistent product quality freshness and presentation
• Monitor ingredient inventory storage stock rotation and wastage
• Ensure compliance with food safety hygiene and sanitation standards
• Maintain proper handling and use of bakery equipment
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely production
• Maintain productivity and quality during busy service periods

Requirements

• Proven professional experience as an Executive Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef.
• Previous working experience in the UAE or GCC countries is mandatory.
• Strong hands-on expertise in artisan breads and sourdough production.
• Excellent knowledge of croissant preparation, dough lamination, and proofing techniques.
• Professional experience preparing pastries, cakes, desserts, and bakery products.
• Strong baking, decorating, finishing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to oversee daily pastry production and coordinate kitchen operations.
• Good understanding of ingredient management, portion control, and waste reduction.
• Knowledge of professional kitchen hygiene and food safety procedures.
• Strong organisational skills, creativity, attention to detail, and time management.
• Ability to maintain quality and work effectively under pressure.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in premium hotels, luxury restaurants, artisan bakeries, or high-end pastry operations.
• Ability to develop new bakery and dessert menu items.
• Experience coordinating pastry kitchen teams.
• Strong understanding of international bakery and pastry standards.