Hiring: Pastry Chef – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Are you a creative and detail-focused Pastry Chef with a passion for premium desserts and consistent kitchen execution? A hospitality employer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is looking for a skilled pastry professional who can lead dessert production, support menu innovation, and maintain high standards of hygiene and presentation. If you enjoy building “final impression” desserts that guests remember, this role is for you.
📋 Job Details
| Job Title | Pastry Chef |
| Location | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Company Name | Abdullah Al Jassar (Hospitality) |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary Range | Negotiable (Based on experience) |
| Experience Level | Mid to Senior Level |
| Education Requirement | Culinary degree/diploma preferred (or equivalent professional experience) |
| Application Deadline | Open until filled |
🏢 About the Employer
The employer operates in Riyadh’s hospitality and culinary space with a focus on quality, consistency, and memorable guest experiences. This vacancy is published on saudiajobs.net, a trusted platform for verified jobs across Saudi Arabia.
🧾 Job Description
- Menu development: Design innovative dessert menus that align with seasonal ingredients and complement main courses
- Production: Prepare cakes, cookies, pies, tarts, chocolates, bakeshop breads, and frozen desserts (gelato/sorbet)
- Plating & presentation: Ensure every dessert meets high aesthetic and finishing standards
- Science of baking: Follow recipes precisely, controlling measurements and temperatures for consistent results
- Inventory control: Order specialty ingredients and manage stock to reduce waste
- Food safety: Maintain strict hygiene standards, especially for dairy and egg-based items
- Equipment care: Oversee and support maintenance of ovens, proofers, mixers, and pastry tools
✅ Requirements
- Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a professional pastry/bakery kitchen
- Strong knowledge of baking fundamentals, temperature control, and recipe consistency
- Ability to produce a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods at a professional standard
- Strong plating and presentation skills with attention to detail
- Good organization skills for inventory, prep schedules, and kitchen cleanliness
💼 Benefits
- Competitive salary package (based on experience)
- Opportunity to contribute to menu innovation and seasonal dessert launches
- Professional culinary environment with high quality standards
- Career development and growth opportunities
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this role focused only on desserts?
The role is primarily pastry-focused, including desserts, baked goods, and frozen dessert production.
Do I need formal culinary education?
A culinary diploma/degree is preferred, but strong professional pastry experience can also be considered.
What type of desserts will I be expected to prepare?
Cakes, cookies, pies, tarts, chocolates, breads, and frozen desserts like gelato/sorbet.
Is cleanliness and food safety a major part of the job?
Yes. Pastry often involves temperature-sensitive ingredients, so strict hygiene and food safety standards are required.
When will applicants hear back?
Shortlisted candidates are contacted as applications are reviewed. Apply early for better chances.
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