Head Pastry Chef – Premium Upscale Café Concept – Al Khobar

The Career Nest; Dammam; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Reward scheme

2 days off per week + 30 days annual

Medical insurance

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

The Career Nest in Dammam is seeking a seasoned Head Pastry Chef to oversee our pastry and bakery production, ensuring luxury quality and consistency across menus.

You will lead a pastry team, manage daily operations, contribute to menu development, drive product innovation, and optimize costs while upholding strict food safety and brand standards.

This senior role offers international exposure within a growing hospitality group, with opportunities for growth and mobility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of professional pastry experience, including 2–3 years in a leadership role in premium patisserie or upscale dining.
• Proven expertise in high-end pastry, viennoiserie, and baked goods with strong presentation.
• Experience managing production planning in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry and bakery production, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Lead and develop the pastry team, manage daily operations and schedules.
• Contribute to menu development, product innovation, and cost control.

Job description

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.