Executive Pastry Chef

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Executive Pastry Chef to lead our pastry kitchen. You will be responsible for delivering exceptional pastry products while maintaining the highest standards of quality, presentation, and cost control.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise the pastry kitchen in the preparation and presentation of all items.
• Monitor production standards to ensure top‑level quality.
• Control food costs and manage the hotel’s pastry budget.
• Create high‑quality, innovative pastry products.
• Develop concepts and menus for special events, encouraging team input.
• Implement HACCP and municipal hygiene standards at all times.
• Provide consistent on‑the‑job training for culinary staff and promote health & safety.

Required profile

• Professional kitchen apprenticeship or chef training course.
• Minimum three years of experience in reputable establishments.
• Excellent pastry and bakery skills.
• Strong English communication abilities.
• Proven track record in patisserie preparation, presentation, and preservation.
• Creative, innovative, and passionate about pastries.
• Hands‑on, organized leadership style with the ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

• Pastry preparation techniques
• Bakery production skills
• HACCP implementation
• Food cost management
• Menu development for events
• Culinary staff training and coaching