Head Pastry Chef — Luxury Pastry & Menu Innovation Leader

The Career Nest; Doha; On-site; QAR 655,000 - 1,165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts across the group and

Attractive reward scheme program

2 days off per week + 30 days annual

Comprehensive medical insurance

Leadership role with future mobility

Job summary

The Career Nest in Doha, Qatar is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead all pastry and bakery production in line with luxury international standards. You will head the pastry team, shape daily operations, and drive menu development, product innovation, and cost control to boost guest satisfaction and commercial performance.

You will mentor junior chefs, plan production for peak periods, maintain quality and consistency, and ensure strict compliance with food safety and brand guidelines across the

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of professional pastry experience, with 2–3 years in leadership in premium patisserie or upscale concept.
• Proven expertise in high-end pastry, viennoiserie and baked goods.
• Experience managing production planning in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry and bakery production ensuring consistency and quality.
• Lead the pastry team, manage daily operations and scheduling.
• Contribute to menu development, product innovation, and tastings.
• Manage food cost, portion control, waste reduction and profitability.
• Coordinate inventory, supplier relations, and purchasing.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and local regulations.
• Support brand alignment and international standards.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Leadership

Production planning

Menu development

Cost control

Inventory management

Food safety

Team training

Job description

The Career Nest in Doha, Qatar is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to lead all pastry and bakery production in line with luxury international standards. You will head the pastry team, shape daily operations, and drive menu development, product innovation, and cost control to boost guest satisfaction and commercial performance.

You will mentor junior chefs, plan production for peak periods, maintain quality and consistency, and ensure strict compliance with food safety and brand guidelines across the