Executive Pastry Chef – Premium F&B Concept | Al Khobar

The Career Nest; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 335,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts across the group

Attractive rewards scheme

2 days off per week + 30 days annual?

Comprehensive medical insurance

Leadership role with growth

Job summary

The Career Nest is seeking a Head Pastry Chef to oversee all pastry and bakery production, ensuring luxury quality and global standards. You will lead the pastry team, drive daily operations, and contribute to menu development, innovation, and cost control to boost guest satisfaction and commercial performance.

You will mentor staff, manage production planning in a fast-paced setting, and maintain strict compliance with food safety and brand guidelines while pursuing excellence across the pastry

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of professional pastry experience.
• 2–3 years in a leadership role within a premium patisserie, fine dining restaurant, or upscale café.
• Expertise in high-end pastry, viennoiserie, and baked goods.
• Experience managing production planning in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pastry and bakery production, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Lead the pastry team, manage daily operations, and mentor staff.
• Contribute to menu development, product innovation, and brand alignment.
• Control costs, portions, and waste while maintaining quality.
• Manage inventory, supplier coordination, and purchasing needs.
• Ensure schedules are organized and aligned with business needs.
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance.
• Uphold brand standards and quality across the pastry section.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Team management

Job description

The Role

As our Head Pastry Chef, you will oversee all pastry and bakery production, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with international luxury standards. You will lead the pastry team, manage daily operations, and contribute strategically to menu development, product innovation, and cost control. Your leadership will directly influence guest satisfaction and commercial performance.

Your Profile

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years of professional pastry experience, including at least 2–3 years in a leadership role within a premium patisserie, fine dining restaurant, or upscale café concept.
• Proven expertise in high‑end pastry, viennoiserie, and baked goods, with strong attention to flavor balance, texture, and presentation.
• Experience managing production planning in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

Leadership & Team Development

• You lead and mentor your team with clarity, structure, and high‑performance standards.
• You are confident in training, scheduling, and developing junior chefs while fostering a collaborative and disciplined kitchen culture.
• You maintain composure and authority during peak production periods.

Menu Development & Brand Alignment

• You contribute to the creation and evolution of refined pastry and bakery menus aligned with the brand identity.
• You collaborate closely with senior culinary leadership on tastings, seasonal launches, and product innovation.
• You stay informed of international pastry trends and apply them thoughtfully to enhance the concept.

Operational & Financial Acumen

• You actively manage food cost, portion control, and waste reduction to optimize profitability.
• You oversee inventory, supplier coordination, and purchasing to maintain ingredient quality and operational efficiency.
• You ensure production schedules are organized, structured, and aligned with daily business needs.

Quality & Compliance

• You maintain meticulous attention to detail across flavor, texture, and visual presentation.
• You enforce strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and local regulatory standards at all times.
• You ensure the pastry section consistently meets brand and operational expectations.

What We Offer

• Staff discounts across the wider international hospitality group and sister companies.
• A very attractive reward scheme program.
• 2 days off per week + 30 days annual leave.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• A leadership role within an expanding international concept, with opportunities for future mobility and growth.