Executive Pastry Chef

Client of Expertise Recruitment

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Production Leadership

• Lead daily operations of the chocolate production team ensuring consistent high-quality output.
• Manage production schedules, inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery to retail and other channels.
• Implement and uphold hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP/ISO).
• Collaborate with Supply Chain & Procurement to source premium ingredients and manager supplier relations.

2. Innovation & Product Development

• Drive the end-to-end innovation process for new pastry and chocolate creations from concept ideation to final execution.
• Conduct regular market research and competitor benchmarking to stay ahead of trends in luxury desserts, chocolate, and fine dining.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Retail, and R&D teams to develop seasonal collections, limited editions, and experience-based offerings.
• Lead internal tastings and present new products to upper management for feedback and approval.

3. F&B Operations Upcoming projects

• Ability to curate and continuously enhance a dessert and beverage menu.
• Oversee kitchen and service operations, ensuring a premium customer experience aligned with the brand image.
• Train and mentor front- and back-of-house teams on new product knowledge, presentation, and service standards.
• Support innovation and new product offerings based on need.

4. Team Management & Development

• Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing team.
• Set performance standards and conduct regular reviews.
• Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

Requirements

• Degree in pastry arts, culinary management, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in high-end pastry and chocolate production, with at least 3 in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in innovation and product development in luxury F&B or hospitality.
• Deep understanding of chocolate as an ingredient and medium.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of international culinary trends and consumer expectations in luxury dining.
• Creative thinker with a keen eye for aesthetics and luxury branding.
• Good command of English.