Head Baker: Luxury Viennoiserie & Bread Lead

RAFFLES; Manama; On-site; BHD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount card

Learning programs and talent growth

Job summary

Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain is seeking a Head Baker to lead our bakery operation in the ultra-luxury resort. You will craft artisan breads and pastries, oversee production, and ensure consistency with brand standards.

The ideal candidate has proven bakery leadership, expertise in viennoiserie, sourdough and laminated dough, and a passion for quality, hygiene, and cost-control. Flexibility, early mornings, weekends, and collaboration with the culinary team are essential.

Qualifications

• Specialized in artisan viennoiserie and French bakery production.
• Proven Head Baker experience in high-end hotels or patisseries.
• Strong knowledge of bread and pastry techniques including sourdough and laminated dough.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present breads and pastries to specification.
• Lead bakery team, manage schedules and training.
• Maintain HACCP and hygiene standards across bakery operations.
• Collaborate with culinary team to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

Skills

Artisan Viennoiserie

Bread & Pastry Production

Leadership & Team Management

Creativity in Recipes & Plating

Education

Degree or Diploma in Culinary Arts / Baking & Pastry

Job description

Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain is seeking a Head Baker to lead our bakery operation in the ultra-luxury resort. You will craft artisan breads and pastries, oversee production, and ensure consistency with brand standards.

The ideal candidate has proven bakery leadership, expertise in viennoiserie, sourdough and laminated dough, and a passion for quality, hygiene, and cost-control. Flexibility, early mornings, weekends, and collaboration with the culinary team are essential.