Pastry Chef

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Pastry Chef to lead the pastry and bakery operations in our Beirut hotel kitchen. The role involves planning, organizing, and supervising the preparation and presentation of a wide range of cakes, pastries, desserts, petits fours and breads that meet guest expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Pastry Chef in supervising all pastry and bakery staff.
• Develop and maintain up‑to‑date operation manuals, recipes and accurate costing for all items.
• Inspect incoming fresh food and storage areas daily to ensure quality and compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Monitor daily food preparation, portion control, inventory levels and individual costs.
• Coordinate with the Chief Steward to maintain cleanliness of the pastry kitchen and equipment.
• Plan weekly duty rosters and manage purchasing, store requisitions and supply control.
• Work with HR to assess staffing needs, conduct training, and support performance appraisals.
• Assist in budgeting, cost control and financial reporting for the pastry department.
• Implement and practice HACCP, OH&S policies and emergency procedures, ensuring a safe and hygienic work environment.

Required profile

• Lebanese nationality.
• Education in Hospitality Management or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a pastry or bakery kitchen, preferably in a hotel or upscale restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of culinary standards, food safety and cost control.
• Ability to lead, coach and discipline staff while maintaining high quality standards.

Required skills

• HACCP implementation.
• Food safety and health & safety compliance.
• Cost control and budgeting.
• Inventory management.
• First aid and fire safety procedures.