Head Pastry Chef — Lead Menu & Team Innovation

ConFlip; Almada; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

ConFlip in Almada, Portugal, seeks an experienced Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry team and drive menu planning, production, and presentation. You will ensure top quality pastries aligned with brand standards and timely delivery.

You will oversee menu development, recipe creation, training of junior chefs, and cost control, while maintaining food safety and collaboration with other departments for events.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a pastry team in a bakery or restaurant setting.
• Strong knowledge of pastry techniques and decoration.
• Proven ability to develop and update menus according to seasonality.
• Excellent leadership and training skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update pastry menus based on seasonal availability and customer preferences.
• Create new and innovative pastry recipes while maintaining traditional favorites.
• Train and supervise junior pastry chefs to ensure consistency and high quality standards.
• Oversee production of all pastries including baking, decorating, and plating.
• Maintain inventory of ingredients and supplies, placing orders as needed.
• Ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste.
• Monitor food costs to stay within budget guidelines.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and front-of-house for events or specials.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment per food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Bakery production

Team training

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Pastry equipment knowledge

Job description

ConFlip in Almada, Portugal, seeks an experienced Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry team and drive menu planning, production, and presentation. You will ensure top quality pastries aligned with brand standards and timely delivery.

You will oversee menu development, recipe creation, training of junior chefs, and cost control, while maintaining food safety and collaboration with other departments for events.