Head Pastry Chef

JobCenter; Gouvernement Hawalli; On-site; KWD 4,100 - 5,500; Full time

Job summary

JobCenter in Hawalli is seeking an experienced Head Pastry Chef to lead our bakery's pastry production and craft an exceptional dessert program. You will manage a team of pastry chefs, uphold quality, and drive innovation in flavors and presentation.

The role is full-time with a salary of 1400$ per month. A strong background in high-volume pastry operations, leadership, and English proficiency is required, with a passion for creating desserts that delight guests at our Hawalli location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of pastry chef experience in a high-volume bakery or restaurant.
• Extensive knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
• Excellent time management to meet production deadlines.
• Creativity and passion for pastries that delight customers.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new pastry recipes and menus.
• Train and manage a team of pastry chefs; scheduling and evaluations.
• Oversee production to meet quality standards.
• Maintain inventory and order ingredients.
• Monitor food costs and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments for special desserts.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Team leadership

Time management

Menu development

Education

Culinary school diploma

Tools

Bakery equipment

Job description

Head Pastry Chef

A renowned bakery in Hawalli is seeking an experienced and skilled Head Pastry Chef to join our team. As a Head Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the production of all pastry items, managing a team of pastry chefs, and ensuring the quality and consistency of our baked goods. This is a full-time position with a salary of 1400$ per month.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new pastry recipes and menus
• Train and manage a team of pastry chefs, including scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions
• Oversee the production process for all pastry items, ensuring quality standards are met
• Maintain inventory levels and order ingredients as needed
• Monitor food costs and make adjustments to maintain profitability
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
• Collaborate with other departments to create special desserts for events or holidays

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Pastry Chef in a high-volume bakery or restaurant
• Extensive knowledge of different baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a team effectively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills to meet production deadlines
• Creativity and passion for creating delicious pastries that exceed customer expectations

Preferred qualifications

• Certification from a culinary school or specialized training in pastry arts
• Experience working in a multicultural environment
• Fluency in English

If you have a passion for creating delectable desserts and leading a talented team, we would love to hear from you! This position is open to Indian nationals or Malayalees with relevant experience. English-speaking candidates are also encouraged to apply. Join us at our bakery in Hawalli and be part of our dynamic team!