Executive Pastry Chef

Silversea; Portugal; Presencial; EUR 80 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Silversea is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead all pastry and bakery operations onboard, delivering exceptional products and guest experiences. You will manage a high-performing team, ensure compliance with Public Health regulations, and drive menus and events with precision and artistry across all service periods.

The role requires STCW and USPH/HACCP certifications, plus 5+ years in luxury pastry leadership. Fluent English and physical readiness are essential for this onboard position.

Qualificações

• STCW certification is required.
• USPH or HACCP certification required.
• Minimum five years of experience as a Pastry Chef or Executive Pastry Chef in luxury hospitality or cruise line.
• Advanced knowledge of international pastry and bakery production.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply advanced culinary documentation.
• Physically and medically fit.

Responsabilidades

• Provides overall leadership and management of all pastry and bakery operations onboard.
• Ensures high-quality, visually appealing and technically accurate products.
• Oversees production across all services (breakfast, lunch, tea, dinner, events, crew meals).
• Trains and develops pastry and bakery team members; maintains performance.
• Plans and executes menus, events, guest orders, and dietary requirements.
• Maintains compliance with Public Health, hygiene and food safety standards.
• Controls costs through inventory management and waste reduction.
• Monitors guest and crew satisfaction and takes corrective action.
• Manages requisitions, stock levels and planning for efficiency.
• Ensures proper storage, labeling and handling of all food products.
• Supports culinary innovation, menu development, and industry trend awareness.
• Maintains equipment, cleanliness and readiness for inspections.
• Enforces company policies, service standards, and professional conduct.
• Communicates with senior management and other departments.
• Drives operational excellence, team engagement and continuous improvement.

Conhecimentos

Pastry expertise

Team leadership

Food safety

Quality control

Menu planning

Ferramentas

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Silversea’s culinary and service standards are built on refinement, consistency, and genuine hospitality.

The Executive Pastry Chef contributes directly to the guest experience by delivering pastry and bakery offerings that are curated, precise, and memorable, while leading a high-performing team culture grounded in professionalism, trust, and pride in craftsmanship. This position is expected to drive operational excellence across all pastry and bakery touchpoints, uphold Public Health standards without exception, and ensure that every guest interaction reflects the Company’s service principles: personalized, attentive, and sincere.

Responsible for the overall leadership, quality execution, financial accountability, and operational management of all pastry and bakery production onboard. Ensures the delivery of high-quality, efficient, consistent, and technically excellent pastry and bakery products in accordance with standard recipes, techniques, company policies, and all Public Health regulations. The objective is to achieve total guest satisfaction, meet all performance metrics, and support the Company’s culinary and service standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides overall leadership and management of all pastry and bakery operations onboard
• Ensures consistent delivery of high-quality, visually appealing, and technically accurate products
• Oversees production across all services (breakfast, lunch, tea, dinner, events, and crew meals)
• Supervises, trains, and develops pastry and bakery team members to maintain high performance
• Plans and executes menus, special events, guest orders, and dietary requirements
• Maintains strict compliance with Public Health, hygiene, and food safety standards
• Controls costs through effective inventory management, portion control, and waste reduction
• Monitors guest and crew satisfaction, taking corrective action when necessary
• Manages requisitions, stock levels, and operational planning to ensure efficiency
• Ensures proper storage, labeling, and handling of all food products
• Supports culinary innovation, menu development, and industry trend awareness
• Maintains equipment, cleanliness, and readiness for inspections
• Enforces company policies, service standards, and professional conduct
• Communicates effectively with senior management and other departments
• Drives operational excellence, team engagement, and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

• Valid STCW certification.
• Valid USPH or HACCP certification.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Pastry Chef or Executive Pastry Chef within a luxury/5‑star hospitality environment or a cruise line of comparable standard.
• Advanced knowledge of international pastry and bakery production.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Proven knowledge and experience with Public Health policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply advanced culinary documentation.
• Physically and medically fit.

Language requirements:

• Excellent fluent English, verbal and written, with the ability to give and receive instructions and effectively engage with guests and crew.

Computer knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Sufficient knowledge to operate Company software in compliance with global information‑security policies.