Pastry Head Chef

Private Advertiser; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing F&B group in Selangor is seeking a Head Chef / Sous Chef specialized in Pastry & Bakery. This role involves developing recipes, managing high-volume production, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have a strong R&D background and experience in large-scale bakery operations. The position offers opportunities for creativity and career growth within a dynamic environment. Own transport is essential, and flexibility for weekend and holiday work is required.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead a growing pastry & bakery division

Platform for creating new pastry concepts

Career growth opportunities

Supportive environment for creativity and excellence

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef / Sous Chef (Pastry & Bakery) in outlet service or central production.
• Strong R&D background with ability to innovate and commercialize recipes.
• Experienced in managing large-scale pastry or bakery production.

Responsibilities

• Develop new recipes and seasonal menus in line with business direction.
• Manage high-volume production planning with strict quality consistency.
• Oversee costing, wastage control, inventory, and kitchen workflow.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.
• Train and mentor pastry team members to elevate skills and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

R&D Experience

Hands-on Production

Job description

Develop new recipes and seasonal menus in line with business direction.

Manage high-volume production planning with strict quality consistency.

Oversee costing, wastage control, inventory, and kitchen workflow.

Ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.

Train and mentor pastry team members to elevate skills and performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience as Head Chef / Sous Chef (Pastry & Bakery) in outlet service or central production.
• Strong R&D background with ability to innovate and commercialize recipes.
• Experienced in managing large-scale pastry or bakery production.
• Good leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Willing to work hands‑on in both R&D and daily production.

Based in Selangor – own transport is required.

Outlet-level hires must be willing to work on weekends and public holidays.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to take charge of a growing pastry & bakery division.
• Platform to create and roll out new pastry concepts across multiple brands.
• Career growth within a dynamic multi-concept F&B group.
• Supportive environment for both creativity and operational excellence.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a pastry chef?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?