Executive Pastry Chef Lead High-Volume Airline Desserts

dnata; Brisbane (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shift

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

dnata is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead all pastry and bakery operations for airline clients. This role focuses on product development, team leadership, cost management, quality assurance, and strict adherence to food safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years of pastry leadership experience, strong technical skills across pastry disciplines, and a track record in high-volume hospitality or airline catering.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or pastry arts certification is preferred.
• 5–10+ years of pastry experience with leadership or management responsibilities.
• Food safety certification as required by local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative pastry, dessert, bakery, and seasonal menu offerings for airline clients.
• Oversee daily pastry kitchen operations and production schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise pastry chefs, bakers, and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations; maintain clean and organized pastry areas.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets and monitor food costs and inventory.

Skills

Pastry leadership

Pastry techniques

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Culinary degree or pastry arts certification

Job description

dnata is seeking an Executive Pastry Chef to lead all pastry and bakery operations for airline clients. This role focuses on product development, team leadership, cost management, quality assurance, and strict adherence to food safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years of pastry leadership experience, strong technical skills across pastry disciplines, and a track record in high-volume hospitality or airline catering.