Head Pastry & Bakery Chef New Premium Concept Opening

About the Role

The Career Nest is seeking a Head Pastry & Bakery Chef for a new premium café concept opening in Al Khobar, Eastern Region. This full-time role is central to establishing the venue's identity through pastry and bakery operations, focusing on craftsmanship, precision, and innovation. The position requires a leader who combines technical mastery with operational discipline and a refined creative vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry and bakery production, ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to international luxury standards.
• Lead the pastry team, manage daily operations, and contribute to menu development and product innovation.
• 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.

Leadership and Team Development

• Lead and mentor the pastry team with clear structure and high-performance standards.
• Train, schedule, and develop junior chefs while fostering a collaborative and disciplined kitchen culture.
• Maintain composure and authority during peak production periods.

Menu Development and Brand Alignment

• Contribute to the creation and evolution of refined pastry and bakery menus aligned with the brand identity.
• Collaborate with senior culinary leadership on tastings, seasonal launches, and product innovation.
• Stay informed of international pastry trends and apply them to enhance the concept.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5–10 years of professional pastry experience, including 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.
• Experience managing production planning in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Application Process

The salary for this position will be discussed during the interview process.