Head Pastry Chef: Creative Dessert Leader & Menu Innovator

MapleGroves; Faro; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

MapleGroves in Faro, Portugal, is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead pastry production and menu development in a busy kitchen.

You will train and supervise pastry staff, manage inventory, and ensure quality, safety, and cost controls, while creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.

This role offers an opportunity to shape dessert programs for events and daily service in a vibrant coastal city.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a pastry chef or similar role.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of pastry techniques and trends.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and creativity.
• Ability to manage inventory and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Create new pastry items that are visually appealing and delicious.
• Oversee the production of all pastries and desserts, ensuring consistency in quality.
• Train, supervise, and schedule pastry staff members.
• Manage inventory levels and order necessary supplies as needed.
• Develop new recipes using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations at all times.
• Collaborate with other chefs to create cohesive menus for special events or promotions.

Skills

Pastry experience

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Cost control

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

MapleGroves in Faro, Portugal, is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead pastry production and menu development in a busy kitchen.

You will train and supervise pastry staff, manage inventory, and ensure quality, safety, and cost controls, while creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.

This role offers an opportunity to shape dessert programs for events and daily service in a vibrant coastal city.