Bakery Executive Pastry Chef

Role overview

The Bakery Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for directing the planning, preparation, and delivery of premium baked products and desserts. This position also involves building menus that match client expectations while meeting international quality benchmarks.

Key duties

On a daily basis, the role covers kitchen supervision, management of pastry production, coordination of work schedules, and maintenance of consistent standards for quality, appearance, and portion sizes. The position also works closely with other culinary and catering teams to support large events and contracted food service requirements.

Food safety and operational control

This role includes ensuring strict hygiene and food safety compliance, overseeing inventory requirements, arranging ingredient purchases, managing expenses, and reducing waste across bakery operations.

Team development

The Bakery Executive Pastry Chef is expected to train, guide, and mentor team members, apply effective working methods, and contribute to ongoing improvements in bakery performance and production efficiency.

Qualifications

Applicants should bring strong technical knowledge of bakery and pastry production, along with proven experience in menu planning, recipe development, and product standardization for high-volume or catering settings. Candidates must be able to lead teams through scheduling, coaching, and performance oversight, and should have a solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HSE practices. Experience in controlling costs, managing stock, and limiting waste is important. A culinary or pastry qualification, diploma, or similar training is preferred, with formal study in pastry arts or baking considered an advantage. Background in industrial catering, hospitality, or large-scale food service, particularly in Gulf-region or comparable markets, is highly desirable. The role also requires the ability to perform effectively in a fast-moving, multicultural workplace with strong communication and organizational skills.

Eligibility

EU nationals who are willing to be assigned to Doha may apply.