Head Baker | JORDAN

Overview

Amman, Jordan Private Estate

Purpose Of The Position

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in Baking, Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or Hospitality preferred
• Food Safety and Hygiene certification highly regarded
• Fluent English, spoken and written
• Additional artisan bread or specialty baking certifications advantageous

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 8-10 years of professional baking experience
• Minimum 3-5 years in a Head Baker or senior bakery leadership role
• Previous experience in private households, royal households, family estates, or VIP residences highly regarded
• Proven experience in luxury hotels, ultra-luxury resorts, or renowned artisan bakeries
• Advanced expertise in artisan bread production, including naturally leavened sourdough breads, European artisan breads, country loaves, specialty grains, ciabatta, baguettes, focaccia, rye, multigrain, and whole wheat breads
• Extensive knowledge of fermentation management, sourdough culture maintenance, dough hydration, and baking science
• Advanced skills in viennoiserie production, including croissants, pain au chocolat, Danish pastries, brioche, kouign-amann, cinnamon rolls, and laminated dough products
• Experience producing gourmet sandwich breads, burger buns, milk breads, breakfast breads, tea pastries, and bespoke bakery products
• Strong knowledge of European, Asian, and Middle Eastern bakery traditions
• Experience creating gluten-free, vegan, reduced-sugar, health-focused, and high-protein bakery products
• Ability to develop signature bakery concepts, seasonal menus, and innovative bakery offerings
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and staff development skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• High standards of hygiene, food safety, and quality control

Roles And Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all bakery operations within the estate
• Produce artisan breads, viennoiserie, luxury bakery products, and specialty baked goods to the highest standards
• Develop and maintain sourdough cultures and fermentation programs
• Create seasonal bakery menus, signature products, and bespoke bakery concepts
• Adapt products to family preferences, dietary requirements, and special requests
• Produce gluten-free, vegan, wellness-focused, and specialty bakery items as required
• Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards across all bakery products
• Supervise, train, mentor, and develop junior bakery staff
• Manage bakery production schedules and inventory requirements
• Source and maintain premium-quality ingredients and bakery supplies
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
• Stay current with international bakery trends, techniques, and innovations
• Support special events, celebrations, and VIP functions as required
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient bakery operation at all times

Salary

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