Central kitchen Pastry Head manager

FOOD SCIENTIST PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Head of Bakery and Pastry Department. The successful candidate will oversee production, lead a team of bakers, and innovate new recipes. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years in management with strong culinary skills. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth and development

Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Baker or Pastry Chef.
• Min 5 years experience in management.
• Strong baking and pastry skills.
• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and innovate new recipes for baked goods, pastries, and desserts.
• Oversee daily production of baked goods, pastries, and desserts.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of bakers and pastry chefs.
• Ensure all products meet quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop menus.

Skills

Baking skills

Pastry skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Education

Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g., diploma, degree)

Job description

We're seeking an experienced and skilled Head of Bakery and Pastry Department to lead our team of bakers and pastry chefs in our retail and central kitchen. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the production of high-quality baked goods, pastries, and desserts, while maintaining a clean and efficient workspace.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Development:

• Create and innovate new recipes for baked goods, pastries, and desserts.

• Ensure products meet quality and presentation standards.

2. Production Management:

• Oversee daily production of baked goods, pastries, and desserts.

• Manage inventory, ordering, and storage of ingredients.

3. Team Management:

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of bakers and pastry chefs.

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.

4. Quality Control:

• Ensure all products meet quality and safety standards.

• Implement quality control measures to maintain consistency.

5. Menu Planning:

• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop menus featuring baked goods and pastries.

• Ensure seasonal and themed products are developed and implemented.
  

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Head Baker or Pastry Chef.

• Min 5 years experience in management

• Strong baking and pastry skills.

• Excellent leadership and management skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Relevant culinary qualifications (e.g., diploma, degree).
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for career growth and development.

• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
  

If you're passionate about baking and pastry arts, and have leadership experience, we'd love to hear from you!