Head Pastry Chef

SpeedLine Logistics UAE; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SpeedLine Logistics UAE is seeking a Head Pastry Chef for a prestigious hotel in Mecca. You will oversee the creation and production of all pastries, breads, and desserts, leading a team of pastry chefs and bakers to maintain quality and presentation.

You will develop new recipes and ensure standards, manage ingredients and inventory, and uphold food safety in a fast-paced environment. English-speaking African candidates preferred; salary and benefits negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Pastry Chef or similar role.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred.
• Knowledge of baking techniques including decorating, icing, and chocolate work.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative mindset with passion for developing new recipes.

Responsibilities

• Create and oversee the production of all pastries, breads, and desserts.
• Train, mentor, and supervise pastry chefs and bakers.
• Develop new recipes and menu items.
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all products.
• Manage inventory and ordering of ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pastry department.
• Adhere to food safety regulations at all times.

Skills

Pastry production

Leadership

Time management

Creative mindset

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent certification

Job description

Head Pastry Chef

As the Head Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the creation and production of all pastries, breads, and desserts in our prestigious hotel located in Mecca. You will lead a team of talented pastry chefs and bakers, ensuring that all products meet our high standards of quality and presentation. Your creativity and expertise will be essential in developing new and innovative menu items to keep our guests coming back for more. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Pastry Chef to showcase their skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and oversee the production of all pastries, breads, and desserts
• Train, mentor, and supervise pastry chefs and bakers
• Develop new recipes and menu items
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all products
• Manage inventory and ordering of ingredients
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pastry department
• Adhere to food safety regulations at all times

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Pastry Chef or similar role
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred
• Knowledge of various baking techniques, including decorating, icing, and chocolate work
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Creative mindset with a passion for developing new recipes

Salary: $1400 USD per month (negotiable based on experience)

Location: Mecca, Saudi Arabia (Preference for English-speaking African candidates)