Senior Pastry Lead – 5-Star Cruise Kitchen

Silversea; Philippines; On-site; PHP 2,404,000 - 4,807,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to lead all pastry and bakery operations aboard our international cruise ships. You will supervise the pastry team, ensure high-quality product standards, and collaborate with chefs to plan menus and demonstrations for guests and events.

You will manage production across meals, maintain recipe integrity, and uphold Public Health guidelines while delivering memorable guest experiences at sea.

Qualifications

• STCW95 certification required.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a pastry position at an international 5-star establishment.
• Knowledge of international cuisine and pastry techniques.
• Ability to read, interpret and demonstrate culinary fundamentals.
• Awareness of Public Health policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pastry and bakery operations to maintain the highest quality and productivity.
• Produce pastries, desserts, bakery items, and specialty products for all meals and events.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and maintenance of recipe manuals.
• Coordinate with management and other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and Public Health requirements.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate pastry team members; onboard new staff.

Skills

English fluency

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

STCW95 certification

Job description

Silversea is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to lead all pastry and bakery operations aboard our international cruise ships. You will supervise the pastry team, ensure high-quality product standards, and collaborate with chefs to plan menus and demonstrations for guests and events.

You will manage production across meals, maintain recipe integrity, and uphold Public Health guidelines while delivering memorable guest experiences at sea.