Head Baker

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production of breads and pastries from scratch while ensuring timely preparation and consistent quality.
• Maintain standards for craftsmanship, taste, texture, presentation, and consistency across all products.
• Collaborate with the culinary team on recipe development and menu innovation.
• Plan bakery production schedules according to business and service requirements.
• Control food costs, minimize waste, and maximize product freshness.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and develop bakery team members.
• Manage ingredient sourcing, ordering, and inventory levels.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards throughout production.
• Coordinate with the wider kitchen team to meet operational requirements.
• Develop new bread and pastry products, including seasonal offerings.
• Monitor product quality and establish processes that support future business expansion.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Head Baker, Pastry Chef, or in a senior bakery leadership position.
• Strong experience in an artisanal, craft, or premium bakery environment.
• Excellent knowledge of fermentation, sourdough, viennoiserie, and laminated dough.
• Proven experience leading, training, and developing a bakery team.
• Knowledge of bakery production planning, inventory management, and food cost control.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Valid food safety certification or willingness to obtain the required UAE certification.
• Experience with Levantine or Middle Eastern bakery products, including Manakish and Kaak, is advantageous.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and consistency.

Compensation

• Pay is AED 10,000 to AED 14,000 per month.

Workplace

• The work location is in person.