Head Pastry & Bakery Chef – New Premium Concept Opening

Career Nest Academy; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts across the group

Reward scheme

2 days off per week

30 days annual leave

Comprehensive medical insurance

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

Career Nest Academy seeks a seasoned Head Pastry Chef to lead pastry and bakery operations in Al Khobar. You will guide the team, shape the luxury café concept, and drive exceptional quality and innovation across the menu.

You will oversee production planning, scale operations for high-volume days, and ensure strict adherence to food safety standards while maintaining cost efficiency and brand alignment.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of professional pastry experience, with 2–3 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in high-end pastry, viennoiserie, and baked goods.
• Experience managing production planning in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, training, and developing junior chefs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pastry and bakery production, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Lead the pastry team and daily operations, influence menu development.
• Contribute to product innovation and cost control initiatives.
• Manage production schedules, inventory, and supplier coordination.
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, and local regulatory standards.

Skills

Pastry expertise

Viennoiserie

Baked goods

Production planning

Team leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Food safety

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced and visionary Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry and bakery operations for a highly anticipated premium café concept in Al Khobar. This role is fundamental in shaping the identity of the venue through exceptional craftsmanship, precision, and innovation. We are looking for a leader who combines technical mastery with operational discipline and a refined creative vision.

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.