We are seeking an innovative and visionary Executive Pastry Chef to lead our high-end chocolate production spearhead the creation of new pastry and chocolate concepts and oversee the F&B operations of our upcoming projects. This role blends artistry with leadership balancing creativity operational excellence and team development to deliver exceptional experiences and premium products.
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.