Head Chef Pastry

Qc Plus; Doha; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

QC Plus in Doha, Qatar is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry department, oversee all production activities, and drive cost control and quality standards across the pastry operations.

You will manage staff training, inventory, supplier relations, and ensure compliance with company policies, safety, and food quality. This role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in high-volume pastry production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; 6+ years as Head Pastry Chef.
• Strong kitchen and pastry operations management skills.
• Proficient computing: Word/Excel/PowerPoint; ERP/Oracle familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead pastry production and manage pastry kitchen and storeroom.
• Manage staff, training, and maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Monitor food costs, inventories, and supplier relations.
• Ensure compliance with QC policies and procedures.

Skills

Head Pastry Chef exp

Leadership

Food cost control

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

ERP/Oracle

Job description

General Work

• General Work with the line supervisor to identify and establish medium- to short-term strategic priorities and targets in line with QC policies and guidelines and ensure their successful execution
• Implement initiatives that enable maximum output and fully contribute to the delivery of department goals
• Execute policies and procedures review to identify areas of improvement within the team and recommend changes that lead to best-practice operations
• Develop and monitor KPIs take corrective actions where necessary and produces regular reports with analysis and comment on performance and results

Operational Plan

• Operational Plan and implement menu changes in consultation with the Head Chef
• Handle menu planning and food production to control food costs
• Recommend and promote new menu ideas for events special days
• Supervise and coordinate all activities and personnel concerning pastry food preparation kitchen pastry and pastry storeroom areas
• Supervise all personnel to ensure cleanliness of the kitchen equipment and food safety
• Keep records of pastry training and manage training sessions
• Sample and observe pastry food to ensure conformance to recipes and standards
• Supervise inventories and purchases of food items kitchen supplies and equipment
• Follow up with maintenance team to repair and maintain kitchen equipment
• Alert top management of any serious concern with guests or employees
• Build working relationships with external food and beverage suppliers with the objective of cost control
• Attend conferences meetings and seminars to remain abreast of industry trends and latest developments

Staff Management

• Motivate staff and empower direct reports by providing the necessary tools and support required to meet business goals
• Establish clear directions prioritize tasks assign and delegate responsibility monitor individual performance provide regular feedback and take prompt action where necessary
• Build opportunities for staff members to suggest participate in and contribute to improvement innovation and knowledge-sharing initiatives
• Provide guidance and ensure staff members comply with QC s policies processes practices and systems

Qualifications

• High school diploma or a relevant discipline
• A minimum of 6 years relevant experience as a Head Pastry Chef
• Well-developed computing skills, including the understanding of relevant IT products and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP/Oracle)