CDP | Pastry / Bakery Brand Trainer

HUDSON; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 2,800 - 3,300; Full time

Job summary

HUDSON in Kuwait is seeking an experienced Chef De Partie - Pastry / Bakery Brand Trainer to lead the pastry section and maintain brand standards. The role focuses on producing high-quality pastries, coaching junior staff, and upholding HACCP and hygiene across all operations.

The ideal candidate has hands-on pastry and bakery production experience, plus proven training and team-handling skills to coach kitchen staff and uphold brand standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, Pastry or Bakery preferred.
• Minimum 4–6 years pastry/bakery experience preferred.
• CDP - Pastry, Senior Pastry Chef, or similar role background preferred.
• Hands-on pastry and bakery production experience.
• Proven training and team-handling experience essential.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP and kitchen safety.
• Experience in premium bakery, pastry shop, café, restaurant, or branded F&B environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Pastry / Bakery Section and daily operations.
• Prepare and produce a variety of pastry and bakery products.
• Maintain taste, quality, texture, presentation, and portions.
• Train and coach kitchen staff on pastry techniques.
• Conduct practical training and demonstrate production methods.
• Ensure recipes and procedures are followed consistently.
• Monitor product quality across all preparations.
• Support new product training and kitchen SOPs.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness.
• Coordinate with pastry team during busy service periods.
• Identify training gaps and develop staff performance.
• Ensure efficient mise en place within the section.

Skills

Pastry production

Bakery production

Training & team management

Brand standards

Education

Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, Pastry, or Bakery

Job description

Job description

Job Description

We are hiring an experienced Chef De Partie - Pastry / Bakery Brand Trainer for a reputed food & beverage brand in Kuwait.

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in pastry and bakery production, along with proven training and team-handling skills. The candidate should be capable of maintaining product quality, consistency, presentation, and brand standards while effectively training and guiding kitchen teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the assigned Pastry / Bakery Section and ensure smooth daily operations.

• Prepare and produce a variety of pastry and bakery products according to brand standards.

• Maintain consistency in taste, quality, texture, presentation, and portion control.

• Train and coach kitchen staff on pastry and bakery preparation techniques.

• Conduct practical training and demonstrate proper production methods.

• Ensure team members follow standardized recipes and brand procedures.

• Monitor product quality and ensure consistency across all preparations.

• Support new product training, recipe implementation, and kitchen SOPs.

• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, HACCP, and kitchen cleanliness.

• Manage and coordinate with the pastry/bakery team during busy service and production periods.

• Identify training gaps and provide guidance to improve team performance.

• Ensure efficient workflow and proper mise en place within the section.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: KWD 250 Basic + KWD 25 Food Allowance

• Total: KWD 275/month

• Job Location: Kuwait

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, Pastry, or Bakery preferred.

• Maximum age: 32 years.

• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant pastry/bakery experience preferred.

• Previous experience as CDP - Pastry, Senior Pastry Chef, or similar role preferred.

• Strong hands-on experience in pastry and bakery production.

• Proven training and team-handling experience is essential.

• Good knowledge of pastry and bakery preparation techniques and production standards.

• Ability to train, guide, and develop junior kitchen staff.

• Strong understanding of food hygiene, HACCP, and kitchen safety.

• Ability to maintain consistent product quality and presentation.

• Experience in a premium bakery, pastry shop, café, restaurant, or branded F&B environment preferred.

• Good communication, leadership, discipline, and team-management skills.