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About the Head Pastry Chef Role

La Petite Maison (LPM) is seeking a Head Pastry Chef for its Le Café LPM Al Khobar location in the Eastern region. This full-time role is central to leading the pastry and bakery operations, contributing to the concept's identity through exceptional craftsmanship, precision, and innovation. The position requires a leader who combines technical mastery with operational discipline and a refined creative vision.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee all pastry and bakery production, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with Le Café LPM brand standards.
• Manage daily operations and contribute strategically to menu development, product innovation, and cost control.
• 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, structured, and aligned with daily business needs.
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail across flavour, texture, and visual presentation.
• Enforce strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and local regulatory standards at all times.
• Ensure the pastry section consistently meets brand and operational expectations.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and mentor the pastry team with clarity, structure, and high performance standards.
• Provide training, scheduling, and development for junior chefs.
• Foster a collaborative and disciplined kitchen culture.
• Maintain composure and authority during peak production periods.

Menu Innovation and Brand Standards

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

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–8 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 flavour balance, texture, and presentation.
• Experience managing production planning in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to apply for this full-time Head Pastry Chef position.