Executive Chef for Pastry & Bakery - Dammam for local hiring only

Overview

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all pastry and bakery production activities on a daily basis.
• Develop innovative dessert, pastry, cake, bread, and bakery menus.
• Ensure consistent product quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Supervise, train, and motivate pastry chefs, bakers, and support staff.
• Monitor food costs, labor costs, and departmental budgets.
• Control inventory, purchasing, and stock management of ingredients.
• Maintain hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards in accordance with local regulations.
• Create seasonal promotions and special event menus.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet operational requirements.
• Ensure proper maintenance and usage of bakery and pastry equipment.
• Conduct regular quality checks and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with management to achieve revenue and guest satisfaction goals.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, Pastry Arts, Bakery, or a related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in pastry and bakery operations.
• At least 3–5 years in a leadership role such as Executive Pastry Chef, Head Pastry Chef, or Pastry Kitchen Manager.
• Strong knowledge of artisan breads, viennoiserie, cakes, chocolates, desserts, and bakery production.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in food costing, budgeting, and inventory management.
• Fluent English required; Arabic is an advantage.

Preferred Skills

• Creative dessert and bakery menu development.
• Wedding cakes, specialty cakes, and custom pastry production.
• Large-scale production and catering experience.
• Staff training and performance management.
• Advanced decorating and presentation skills.

Employment Details

• **Location:** Dammam, Saudi Arabia
• **Nationality:** Open to all nationalities
• **Hiring Type:** Local transfer candidates preferred
• **Employment Type:** Full-Time
• **Salary:** Competitive, based on experience
• **Benefits:** As per company policy

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