Sous Chef chocolate and pastry

United Githa Co. Ltd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Githa Co. Ltd in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef specialized in Chocolate and Pastry to support culinary production, lead daily operations, and contribute to premium chocolate items.

The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in chocolate work, pastry production, and creative product development, with the ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment. The professional should have 3–5 years of experience in chocolate and pastry production, with

Qualifications

• Professional chocolate training or equivalent culinary certification.
• 3–5 years of experience in chocolate and pastry production.
• Strong knowledge of tempering, pralines, ganache formulation, and decorative techniques.

Responsibilities

• Chocolate Production — Oversee tempering, molding, enrobing, and creation of chocolate products with consistent quality.
• Pastry Preparation — Lead daily pastry production including doughs, creams, fillings, and baked items.
• Recipe Development — Assist in creating new chocolate and pastry concepts aligned with brand standards.
• Quality Control — Ensure all products meet taste, texture, and presentation standards.
• Team Leadership — Supervise junior chefs, provide training, and maintain smooth kitchen workflow.
• Inventory Management — Monitor stock levels, coordinate with procurement, and ensure proper storage of raw materials.
• Hygiene & Compliance — Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.

Skills

Chocolate tempering

Pastry production

Team leadership

Quality control

HACCP knowledge

Education

Professional Chocolate Training

Culinary Certification

Tools

Chocolate tempering equipment knowledge

Recipe development software

Job description

Sous Chef - Chocolate & Pastry

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Sous Chef specialized in Chocolate and Pastry to support our culinary production, lead daily operations, and contribute to the development of premium chocolate items. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in chocolate work, pastry production, and creative product development, with the ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Chocolate Production — Oversee tempering, molding, enrobing, and creation of chocolate-based products with consistent quality.
• Pastry Preparation — Lead daily pastry production including doughs, creams, fillings, and baked items.
• Recipe Development — Assist in creating new chocolate and pastry concepts aligned with brand standards.
• Quality Control — Ensure all products meet taste, texture, and presentation standards.
• Team Leadership — Supervise junior chefs, provide training, and maintain smooth kitchen workflow.
• Inventory Management — Monitor stock levels, coordinate with procurement, and ensure proper storage of raw materials.
• Hygiene & Compliance — Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Professional Chocolate Training or equivalent culinary certification.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in chocolate and pastry production.
• Strong knowledge of chocolate tempering, pralines production, ganache formulation, and decorative techniques.
• Ability to work with precision, creativity, and high attention to detail.
• Experience managing kitchen staff and coordinating production schedules.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.