Pastry Chef

Taeyen-تعيين; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in Saudi Arabia is seeking a skilled and creative Pastry Chef with proven experience. The ideal candidate will prepare a variety of high-quality pastries and desserts while adhering to local preferences and standards. Applicants must have a strong portfolio and a minimum of 3–5 years of experience in the Saudi Arabian market. This position requires Saudi residency and involves managing kitchen operations, developing new dessert concepts, and maintaining food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience as a Pastry Chef in the Saudi market.
• Strong understanding of local customer preferences and market trends.
• Ability to manage daily pastry kitchen operations efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and present a wide range of pastries and desserts.
• Develop new dessert concepts aligned with Saudi market preferences.
• Ensure compliance with KSA food safety regulations.

Skills

Excellent pastry and baking skills

Creativity and innovation

Time management and organization

Teamwork and communication skills

Education

Professional training or certification in Pastry Arts or Culinary Arts

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and creative Pastry Chef with proven experience in the Saudi Arabian market to join our team. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in producing high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods that align with local market preferences and international standards. Saudi residency is mandatory, and applicants must present a professional portfolio of previous work.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and present a wide range of pastries, desserts, cakes, and baked products according to company standards.
• Develop new dessert concepts and seasonal menu items suitable for the Saudi market and customer preferences.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, portioning, and presentation of all pastry items.
• Manage daily pastry kitchen operations, including preparation schedules and production planning.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation in compliance with KSA regulations.
• Control food costs, minimize waste, and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
• Collaborate with kitchen and management teams to support menu development and special events.
• Train and supervise junior pastry staff when required.
• Ensure all equipment and work areas are properly maintained and organized.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Saudi Residency (Iqama) is mandatory.
• Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience as a Pastry Chef, with hands‑on experience in the Saudi market.
• Strong understanding of local customer preferences and market trends in KSA.
• Professional training or certification in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail and creativity in presentation and flavor development.

Portfolio Requirement

• Applicants must provide a professional portfolio showcasing previous pastry and dessert work.
• Portfolio may include high‑quality photos, menus, concept work, or samples of signature products.
• Experience working with cafés, bakeries, restaurants, hotels, or dessert brands in KSA is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent pastry and baking skills.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Time management and organization.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP preferred).
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Preferred (Nice To Have)

• Experience in premium cafés, dessert concepts, or boutique bakeries in KSA.
• Experience with menu costing and inventory control.
• Ability to adapt recipes for large‑scale production.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Updated CV
• Portfolio of work
• Proof of Saudi residency (Iqama)