Head Pastry Chef - Lead Desserts (Kuwait, Relocate)

HUDSON; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 9,100 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

HUDSON is seeking an experienced Head Chef - Pastry for a reputed restaurant group in Kuwait. The role requires strong leadership in pastry and bakery operations, with extensive hands-on knowledge of desserts, breads and cakes, plus menu planning and cost management.

The candidate should have 8–10 years in pastry, including 3–5 years in senior leadership, a hospitality degree, and a willingness to relocate to Kuwait.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years in pastry and bakery, with 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in luxury hospitality, premium restaurants or hotels preferred.
• Diploma or degree in hospitality management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead pastry and bakery operations with a hands-on approach.
• Oversee menu planning, recipe development, and quality control.
• Manage costs and optimize waste for profitability.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and HACCP compliance.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and team development.
• Willing to relocate to Kuwait and manage a pastry team.

Skills

Leadership

Pastry & Bakery

Menu planning

Cost control

Food safety HACCP

Communication

Education

Diploma in Hotel Management

Job description

HUDSON is seeking an experienced Head Chef - Pastry for a reputed restaurant group in Kuwait. The role requires strong leadership in pastry and bakery operations, with extensive hands-on knowledge of desserts, breads and cakes, plus menu planning and cost management.

The candidate should have 8–10 years in pastry, including 3–5 years in senior leadership, a hospitality degree, and a willingness to relocate to Kuwait.