Bakery & Pastry Chef

Job Description

Title: Bakery & Pastry Chef

Company Name: Waterpolo

Vacancy: 1

Age: 26 to 40 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Restaurant, Coffee Shop

• Diploma

• Culinary diploma/certification in Bakery/Pastry is a plus.

• At least 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Restaurant, Coffee Shop

• Age 26 to 40 years

• Minimum 5 years of professional bakery and pastry experience, including minimum 1 years in a CDP or senior role.
• Strong knowledge of artisan baking, laminated doughs, desserts, fillings, and garnishing techniques.
• Experience in café or bakery-style service preferred. Ability to set up systems, maintain quality control, and manage production volume as demand grows.

Overview: Waterpolo is a vibrant lifestyle destination combining dining, recreation, and leisure — with a full-service restaurant, swimming pool, coffee parlour, and more. We are setting out on a new journey to elevate our Coffee Parlour experience by introducing a dedicated line of fresh bakery and pastry offerings. With your expertise, we aim to craft a unique in-house bakery section that delights our guests with breads, pastries, desserts, and creative baked treats.

If you're a chef who loves building something from scratch, this is your opportunity to make a mark.

Responsibilities:

• Recipe Development: Develop and refine recipes for a variety of baked goods and pastries, including desserts, cakes, cookies & bread.

• Menu Planning: Collaborate with the culinary team to create seasonal menus featuring innovative and visually appealing desserts and baked items.

• Ingredient Sourcing: Source high-quality ingredients and supplies, ensuring freshness and adherence to budgetary constraints.

• Quality Control: Implement and maintain strict quality control standards to uphold the reputation of the bakery/pastry department. Ensure consistency in quality, taste and presentation.

• Training: Train and mentor junior pastry chefs and kitchen staff in baking techniques, recipe execution, and proper food safety protocols.

• Inventory Management: Manage inventory levels for baking ingredients and supplies, optimizing usage and minimizing waste.

• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of bakery equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety.

• Compliance: Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards at all times.