Pastry Head Chef

Overview

• Pastry Operations & Menu Development

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of the café’s pastry and dessert menu, including cakes, tarts, pastries, bread, cookies, plated desserts, and specialty items.
• Drive innovation by developing seasonal offerings and incorporating new trends, techniques, and customer preferences.
• Ensure consistency, presentation standards, taste quality, and portion control across all pastry products.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and management team for special promotions, festive menus, and event-specific dessert concepts.
• Standardize recipes and maintain accurate documentation for production consistency.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, supervise, and mentor the pastry team including Sous Pastry Chefs, pastry chefs, bakers, and commis.
• Delegate tasks effectively to ensure smooth workflow and timely production.
• Provide structured training on techniques, recipes, hygiene standards, and presentation. Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback. Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive working environment.

Production Management And Quality Control

• Oversee daily production to ensure high standards in taste, appearance, and freshness. Conduct regular quality checks and tasting sessions.
• Maintain strict hygiene, cleanliness, and organization within the pastry kitchen.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Cost Control & Inventory Management.
• Manage food cost targets for the pastry section in coordination with management.
• Monitor ingredient usage, minimize waste, and optimize productivity.

Customer Service & Brand Standards

• Ensure pastry offerings align with brand standards and customer expectations.
• Review and respond to guest feedback, implementing improvements when necessary. Uphold the CHAMPS mindset: o Cleanliness, Hospitality, Accuracy, Maintenance, Product Quality, Speed of Service.

Health, Safety & Security

• Ensure full compliance with health, hygiene, food safety, and fire life safety regulations.

Requirements

• Must have 5- 10 years of experience in GCC in cafes.
• Must be available in Qatar