URGENTLY HIRING: HEAD CHEF – BAKERY & PASTRY (UAE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED)
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and creative Head Chef to lead our bakery and pastry kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader capable of managing production, staff, quality, and profitability — while also contributing to menu innovation, cost efficiency, and sales growth across all channels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage all daily kitchen operations for bakery and pastry production.
- Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff to ensure consistent high-quality output.
- Plan, organize, and monitor production schedules to meet daily demand and catering orders.
- Develop and innovate new bakery and dessert menu items that align with brand standards and customer trends.
- Ensure excellent product quality, taste, and presentation at all times.
- Manage kitchen inventory, raw materials, and supplier relations to maintain stock accuracy and cost control.
- Conduct sales forecasting to plan production efficiently and reduce waste.
- Oversee the management of food aggregator apps (Talabat, Deliveroo, etc.) ensuring accurate menu listings, order coordination, and consistent product quality for online orders.
- Monitor performance reports and collaborate with management to boost sales and operational efficiency.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and operational discipline across all kitchen areas.
- Report equipment issues promptly and coordinate with maintenance as needed.
- Foster a cooperative, professional, and motivated team environment.
- Participate in administrative duties, documentation, and kitchen performance reports.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a bakery, café, or hotel (UAE experience required).
- Strong knowledge of pastry and bakery production, recipe development, and modern culinary techniques.
- Experience with kitchen management, cost control, and sales forecasting.
- Familiarity with food delivery aggregator platforms and back-end order management.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage inventory, reduce costs, and maintain high production standards.
- Creativity, attention to detail, and a passion for excellence.
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi.
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month