Head Chef - Pastry | Kuwait

Hudson Manpower Inc.; Farwaniya; On-site; KWD 8,900 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Manpower Inc. in Kuwait is recruiting an experienced Head Chef - Pastry to lead and elevate pastry & bakery operations for a reputed restaurant group. You will oversee production, dessert development, and quality while guiding a high-performing pastry team.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in pastry leadership, strong HACCP knowledge, and a track record of menu development and cost control. Relocation to Kuwait is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management, Hospitality Management.
• 8–10 years in Pastry & Bakery with 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Age: Below 40 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead pastry/bakery operations at a senior level.
• Oversee pastry production, desserts, breads and bakery products.
• Plan menus, develop recipes, ensure quality control.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and HACCP compliance.
• Coach and manage the pastry team and chefs.
• Assist in cost management and budgeting for pastry operations.
• Willingness to relocate to Kuwait.
• Collaborate with kitchen leadership to drive culinary excellence.

Skills

Head Pastry Chef

Leadership

Menu Planning

Food Safety & HACCP

Communication

Education

Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management or Hospitality Management

Job description

We are hiring experienced Head Chef - Pastry for a reputed restaurant group in Kuwait.

Key Responsibilities

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Head Pastry Chef, Executive Pastry Chef, or equivalent senior pastry/bakery professional.

• Strong professional experience exclusively or predominantly in pastry and bakery operations.

• Extensive hands-on knowledge of pastry production, baking techniques, desserts, cakes, breads, and bakery products.

• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.

• Experience in menu planning, recipe development, quality control, and cost management.

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

• Good communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Willingness to relocate to Kuwait.

Salary: KD 875 Basic + KD 25 (FA)

• Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management, Hospitality Management

• Minimum 8–10 years of overall professional experience in Pastry & Bakery, including at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role such as Head Pastry Chef or Executive Pastry Chef, preferably in a reputed restaurant, luxury hotel, or premium hospitality establishment.

• Age: Below 40 years