HEAD PASTRY CHEF

TCB; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier bakery in Dubai is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to oversee the production of high-quality baked goods. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of leadership experience in a bakery, excellent skills in baking and creativity in recipe development. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team in a new cake shop concept that values both tradition and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years experience as Head Baker, Senior Baker, or Pastry Chef.
• Mastery in baking and pastry techniques including recipe formulation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills for team management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production ensuring quality and consistency.
• Create, test, and refine recipes to expand the menu.
• Supervise and mentor bakers to uphold high standards.
• Manage inventory and ensure proper storage of ingredients.
• Monitor the preparation of baked goods for quality control.
• Control costs and maximize productivity in operations.

Skills

Baking techniques mastery

Leadership skills

Creativity in recipe design

Time management

Education

Formal training in culinary arts or pastry specialization

Job description

We’re seeking aHead Pastry Chefto lead production, guide our team, and help shape our signature offerings.

This is a unique opportunity to join from the ground up in a new concept cake shop — building structure, consistency, and creativity in a bakery that values both tradition and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Bakery Operations:

• Oversee daily production of bundt cakes, breads, and related baked goods, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.
• Organize and delegate daily tasks for smooth and efficient operations across two shifts.

Recipe Development:

• Create, test, and refine recipes — updating and expanding the menu to highlight fresh, seasonal, and customer-driven ideas.
• Collaborate with the owner to perfect existing home-style recipes for commercial production.

Team Leadership:

• Supervise, train, and mentor bakers to maintain high standards of craftsmanship and efficiency.
• Provide clear direction, uphold kitchen discipline, and encourage a positive, growth-oriented environment.

Inventory & Ordering:

• Manage bakery inventory, monitor ingredient levels, and place orders as needed.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste and maintain freshness.

Quality Control:

• Monitor preparation and presentation of all baked goods, ensuring every product meets brand and quality standards.
• Conduct regular tastings and visual checks to maintain consistency.

Cost Management:

• Maintain cost-effective operations by controlling ingredient usage, reducing waste, and maximizing productivity.

Health, Safety & Hygiene:

• Ensure full compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations (HACCP or equivalent).
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen, including workstations, refrigerators, and storage areas.
• Ensure bakery equipment is properly maintained and schedule repairs or maintenance as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience:Proven experience as aHead Baker, Senior Baker, or Pastry Chefin a bakery or pastry production environment (minimum 3–5 years in a leadership role).
• Education:Formal training inculinary artsor pastry specialization preferred.
• Technical Skills:Mastery of baking and pastry techniques, including recipe formulation, decorating, and presentation.
• Knowledge:Deep understanding of ingredients, baking science, and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Leadership:Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to train, inspire, and manage a small team.
• Creativity:Ability to design visually appealing, innovative, and flavorful baked goods aligned with the bakery’s brand vision.
• Reliability:Excellent time management, organization, and accountability.

Skills

• Knowledge:Deep understanding of ingredients, baking science, and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Leadership:Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to train, inspire, and manage a small team.
• Creativity:Ability to design visually appealing, innovative, and flavorful baked goods aligned with the bakery’s brand vision.
• Reliability:Excellent time management, organization, and accountability.