Head Chef (Pastry)

Jobs for Humanity; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing hospitality group in Saudi Arabia seeks a Head Pastry Chef to lead and mentor the pastry team while creating innovative dessert recipes. The successful candidate will oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure quality and consistency, and collaborate on menu development. Strong expertise in modern and classical pastry techniques and proven experience in a high-end environment are essential. This role emphasizes creativity, leadership, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a high-end hospitality or restaurant environment.
• Strong expertise in modern and classical pastry techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to create original dessert recipes and innovative pastry concepts.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and standardize pastry, dessert, and bakery recipes.
• Lead, train, and mentor the pastry team.
• Oversee daily pastry kitchen operations, ensuring quality and consistency.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Attention to detail

Education

Formal pastry or culinary education

Job description

Company Description

One of the fastest growing hospitality groups in Saudi Arabia operating a diverse portfolio of well-established brands in Saudi Arabia, focused on excellence and innovation. Driven by industry expertise and a passion for memorable guest experiences, the company continually raises standards and redefines leadership in the hospitality sector.

Job Description

• Create, develop, and standardize pastry, dessert, and bakery recipes, including plated desserts, viennoiserie, and artisanal breads.
• Curate distinctive dessert concepts that complement the overall culinary vision and enhance the guest experience.
• Lead, train, and mentor the pastry team, fostering creativity, precision, and excellence.
• Oversee daily pastry kitchen operations, ensuring quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Manage food cost, inventory, ordering, and waste control within the pastry section.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and management on menu development, seasonal offerings, and new concept launches.
• Stay current with global pastry trends, techniques, and presentation styles.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a high-end hospitality or restaurant environment.
• Strong expertise in modern and classical pastry techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to create original dessert recipes and innovative pastry concepts.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• High attention to detail, creativity, and consistency.
• Formal pastry or culinary education is preferred.
• Experience in the Middle East is an advantage.