Head Pastry Chef - Le Café LPM - Al Khobar

La Petite Maison (LPM); Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts at LPM Restaurants

Attractive reward scheme

2 days off per week + 30 days annual/2

Comprehensive medical insurance

Leadership role with mobility growth

Job summary

La Petite Maison (LPM) in Al Khobar seeks an experienced Head Pastry Chef to lead our pastry and bakery operations, shaping the concept with exceptional craftsmanship, precision, and innovation.

You will oversee production, mentor the pastry team, contribute to menu development and cost control, ensure safety, and align with LPM brand standards, with opportunities for growth within an expanding international concept.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of professional pastry experience.
• 2–3 years in a leadership role within premium patisserie, fine dining restaurant, or upscale café concept.
• Proven expertise in high-end pastry, viennoiserie, and baked goods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry and bakery production ensuring quality and brand alignment.
• Lead pastry team, manage daily operations, and scheduling.
• Contribute to menu development, tastings, and product innovation.
• Monitor food cost, portions, waste, and purchasing to optimize profitability.
• Ensure food safety and compliance with local standards.

Skills

High-end pastry

Viennoiserie

Bakery production management

Menu development

Cost control & waste reduction

Team leadership

Tools

Production planning

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced and visionary Head Pastry Chef to lead the pastry and bakery operations of Le Café LPM Al Khobar.

This role is fundamental in shaping the identity of the concept 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 the Le Café LPM brand 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 flavour 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 Le Café LPM 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 optimise profitability.
• You oversee inventory, supplier coordination, and purchasing to maintain ingredient quality and operational efficiency.
• You ensure production schedules are organised, structured, and aligned with daily business needs.

Quality & Compliance

• You maintain meticulous attention to detail across flavour, 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 at LPM Restaurants 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.