Head Pastry Chef (Patisserie & Viennoiserie) Luxury Café

About the Role

The Career Nest is seeking a Head Pastry Chef (Patisserie & Viennoiserie) to lead the pastry and bakery operations for a new luxury café concept in Al Khobar, Eastern Region. This full-time role is central to developing the venue's identity through craftsmanship, precision, and innovation, combining technical mastery with operational discipline and creative vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry and bakery production, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to international luxury standards.
• Lead and mentor the pastry team, managing daily operations and fostering a collaborative and disciplined kitchen culture.
• Contribute strategically to menu development, product innovation, and cost control initiatives.
• Manage production planning in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Collaborate with senior culinary leadership on tastings, seasonal launches, and product innovation.
• Actively manage food cost, portion control, and waste reduction to optimize profitability.
• Oversee inventory, supplier coordination, and purchasing to maintain ingredient quality and operational efficiency.
• Ensure production schedules are organized and aligned with daily business needs.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail in flavor, texture, and visual presentation.
• Enforce strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and local regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5-10 years of professional pastry experience.
• At least 2-3 years in a leadership role within a premium patisserie, fine dining restaurant, or upscale café concept.
• Proven expertise in high-end pastry, viennoiserie, and baked goods, with strong attention to flavor balance, texture, and presentation.

Leadership and Operational Skills

• Ability to lead and mentor a team with clarity, structure, and high-performance standards.
• Proficiency in training, scheduling, and developing junior chefs.
• Composure and authority during peak production periods.
• Ability to contribute to the creation and evolution of refined pastry and bakery menus aligned with brand identity.
• Awareness of international pastry trends and ability to apply them thoughtfully.
• Strong operational and financial acumen, including managing food costs and inventory.
• Commitment to maintaining brand and operational expectations for the pastry section.

Application Process

Salary for this position will be disclosed during the interview process. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.