Group Pastry Chef

COREcruitment; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established group in KSA is seeking a Group Pastry Chef to manage the entire pastry operation in Jeddah. The role involves creating and testing recipes, overseeing production quality, and training staff. Candidates should have proven experience in pastry and a culinary arts certification. A competitive salary package between SAR 15,000 and SAR 20,000 is offered, along with a focus on creativity and high-quality dessert production.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pastry/baking.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and test new recipes for cakes, pastries, breads, and desserts.
• Production and quality control.
• Recruit, train, and supervise pastry assistants and junior chefs.
• Monitor stock, order ingredients, and manage budgets.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation standards.

Skills

Creativity

Attention to detail

Leadership

Knowledge of baking techniques

Sanitation knowledge

Education

Culinary arts certification

Job description

Group Pastry Chef - Jeddah, KSA

We have been retained by a well‑established group in KSA that is looking to strengthen their team in one of their business units by adding a Group Pastry Chef. The Group Pastry Chef will manage the entire pastry operation across the business unit, creating recipes, overseeing production of baked goods, managing inventory/ordering, training junior staff, ensuring hygiene standards, focusing on consistency, creativity, and high‑quality desserts for varied customer needs.

A bit about the role:

• Design and test new recipes for cakes, pastries, breads, and desserts; update menus seasonally, keeping up with trends.
• Production and quality control
• Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise pastry assistants and junior chefs.
• Monitor stock, order ingredients and supplies, manage budgets, and liaise with suppliers
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in all pastry sections.
• Manage pastry section logistics, equipment maintenance, and administrative duties.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in pastry/baking.
• Creativity, attention to detail, leadership.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, nutrition, sanitation.
• Culinary arts certification (often preferred).
• Fast‑paced kitchen setting

Salary package: SAR15 000 - 20 000 all inclusive