Head Pastry Chef

Head Pastry Chef

**Employment Type:** Full-Time

• ***Job Overview***
• We are seeking a talented and experienced **Head Pastry Chef** to lead and elevate our pastry and chocolate production team.
• The ideal candidate is a **hands-on pastry professional** with strong expertise in chocolate work, classic pastry production, and dessert innovation.
• You should have a strong creative mindset, excellent technical skills, and a commitment to consistency, quality, and presentation.
• This role requires both **production leadership and advanced pastry craftsmanship**, overseeing daily operations while ensuring premium-quality output across all products.
• ***Key Responsibilities***
• Develop, prepare, and refine premium **pastries, desserts, and chocolate-based products**
• Prepare and produce a variety of classic desserts such as **macarons, tiramisu, cheesecakes, and other pastries from scratch to finish**
• Scale recipes from test development to large-scale production while maintaining consistency
• Ensure high standards in taste, texture, presentation, and portion control
• Lead and manage pastry production workflow efficiently
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and cost control of ingredients and supplies
• Maintain strict compliance with **food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards**
• Train, supervise, and mentor pastry team members when required
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team on menu development and special projects

Requirements

• Proven experience as a **Pastry Chef, Head Pastry Chef, or Senior Pastry Chef** in a professional kitchen or production environment
• Must be skilled in making pastries **from scratch to finish**, including **macarons, tiramisu, cheesecakes, and similar desserts**
• Ability to produce high-quality pastry and chocolate products consistently at scale
• Strong leadership, organization, and time management skills
• Creative mindset with strong attention to detail and presentation standards
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict production deadlines
• Willingness to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Strong knowledge of hygiene, sanitation, and HACCP standards
• **HACCP Level 3 Certificate is required**
• **IMMEDIATE JOINERS PREFERRED.**
• ***What We Offer***
• ✅ Competitive salary with performance-based growth opportunities
• ✅ Supportive and creative kitchen environment
• ✅ Employment visa provided by the company
• ✅ Overtime paid as per UAE Labour Law
• ✅ Opportunity to lead and shape premium pastry and chocolate production
• ***Apply Now***
• If you are a **passionate and skilled pastry professional with strong chocolate expertise and leadership ability**, we would love to hear from you.
• Please submit your CV along with photos or portfolio of your pastry and chocolate work (if available).
• Pay: AED3,500.00 - AED4,500.00 per month
• Ability to commute/relocate:
• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience

• Pastry Chef: 4 years (Preferred)