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Location: Cayman Islands
Sector: Hospitality, Bakery & Patisserie
Salary: Starting from USD 70,000.00 and based on Experience including Gratuities
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: As soon as available
Job Description:
A popular and high-volume Italian coffee shop and pasticceria located in the Cayman Islands is seeking a skilled and creative Head Pastry Chef to lead its bakery operations. This role is ideal for a professional pastry chef with strong leadership skills, a deep knowledge of traditional and modern Italian pastries, and the ability to manage production in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for pastry production, menu development, team training, and ensuring product excellence and consistency.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead daily operations of the pastry and bakery section
Create and maintain a wide range of Italian pastries, desserts, and baked goods
Develop seasonal and innovative pastry menus while respecting Italian tradition
Manage production schedules and ensure consistent product quality
Monitor stock, order supplies, and manage inventory and cost control
Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are strictly followed
Recruit, train, and manage pastry team members
Candidate Requirements:
Minimum 5 years experience as a Head Pastry Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in a high-volume setting
Expertise in Italian pastry and dessert preparation (including Laminated dough, Panettone and Colomba Production)
Strong understanding of both traditional and contemporary baking techniques
Experience managing production in a fast-paced café, bakery, or pastry kitchen
Excellent leadership and organizational skills
Culinary or pastry diploma/certification preferred
Willingness to relocate to the Cayman Islands.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary starting from USD 70,000.00 and based on Experience including Gratuities
Work permit sponsorship
Staff meals and additional benefits
Career advancement in a growing hospitality brand
The opportunity to live and work in a beautiful Caribbean island environment
How to Apply:
Please upload your CV and a short cover letter highlighting your experience with Italian pastry and team leadership.
Salary From: 70000.00 To: 74999.00
