395 Head Baker jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Groovy Bakes is looking for a skilled Cake Decorator to join our team. If you have a passion for baking and decorating, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Bake cakes, stack layers, and fill them with buttercream or other fillings
• Crumb coat and apply final buttercream layers for a smooth finish
• Work with buttercream and fondant to create clean designs and custom decorations
• For the paster chef section: higher pay if able to create: madeleines, choux and cookies etc
• Decorate cakes according to customer requests and ensure high-quality presentation
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Requirements:

• Experience in cake decorating (professional or self-taught)
• Strong skills in buttercream piping, fondant work, stacking, and filling cakes
• Attention to detail and creativity
• Ability to work efficiently under time constraints

If you're interested, send us a message on whatsapp at or email your portfolio to

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED2, AED3,500.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Location:

• Dubai (Preferred)

At Yamanote Atelier, Japanese artistry meets artisanal baking. We are seeking a

passionate and experienced Head Baker to lead our bakery team and elevate our craft.

"This role goes beyond managing day-today operations—it's about shaping a

culinary experience that blends tradition, innovation, and uncompromising quality."

This is your opportunity to drive the future of Yamanote Atelier's bakery operations,

from retail and B2B to catering, where creativity and precision meet at every step.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the Bakery: Oversee daily production, quality control, inventory, and food safety across all bakery operations.
• Innovate & Inspire: Develop new recipes, seasonal collections, and menus that reflect Yamanote Atelier's unique Japanese-inspired identity.
• Manage & Mentor: Guide, train, and motivate a team of bakers, fostering excellence, collaboration, and growth.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with chefs, management, and sales to align bakery production with restaurant offerings, B2B orders, and catering requirements.
• Uphold Excellence: Ensure every product consistently meets the highest standards in flavor, texture, and presentation.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Proven experience leading a high-volume, artisanal bakery.
• Strong background in a restaurant, café, or food service environment.
• Creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about baking and flavor development.
• Skilled leader with excellent communication and team-building abilities.
• Knowledge of Japanese baking techniques is a plus—but curiosity and adaptability are essential.

Job Type: Full-time

Additional Information

Job Number

Job CategoryFood and Beverage & Culinary

LocationThe St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates

ScheduleFull Time

Located Remotely?N

Position Type Management

JOB SUMMARY

Exhibits creative baking and decorating talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff in preparing quality and consistent pastries for all areas. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget. Leads development and training of team to improve results while maintaining standards. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Leading Pastry Culinary Team

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

• Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.

• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.

• Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.

• Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.

• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.

• Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.

• Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.

• Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.

Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met

• Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

• Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.

• Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards.

• Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.

• Supports procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls.

• Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.

• Supervises pastry preparation shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.

• Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.

• Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.

• Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.

• Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.

• Sets a positive example for guest relations.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

• Strives to improve service performance.

Maintaining Culinary Goals

• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

• Trains employees in safety procedures and supervises their ability to follow loss prevention policies to prevent accidents and control costs.

• Purchases appropriate supplies and manage inventories according to budget.

Supports Training and Development Activities

• Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.

• Participates in training staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.

• Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.

• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

• Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

• Brings issues to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources as necessary.

• Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at more than 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by a team of gracious hosts that combine classic sophistication and modern sensibility, as well as our signature Butler Service. We invite you to explore careers at St. Regis. In joining St. Regis, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

The Head Baker is responsible for overseeing the production of all baked goods, ensuring high-quality standards, innovation in recipes, and efficient operations in the bakery department. This role involves managing the bakery team, curating the bakery menu, and ensuring all products are prepared in accordance with food safety and hygiene regulations. The ideal candidate will have a deep passion for baking, strong leadership skills, and experience working in a high-volume kitchen or bakery.

THIS JOB IS IN THE UAE (FUJAIRAH). RELOCATION PROVIDED. TAX FREE INCOME.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience as a Head Baker or Senior Baker in a high-volume kitchen, bakery, or pastry setting.
• Extensive knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Culinary or baking certifications are preferred.
• Experienced in working as a Private Chef for VVIP clients highly regarded.

KEY SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

• Bakery Operations: Oversee the daily production of breads, pastries, cakes, and other baked goods, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.
• Recipe Development: Create and test new recipes, updating the bakery menu regularly to keep offerings fresh, seasonal, and aligned with customer preferences.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor the bakery staff, ensuring they adhere to established processes, maintain high standards, and continuously develop their skills.
• Inventory & Ordering: Manage bakery inventory, including raw materials and ingredients, placing orders with suppliers, and ensuring stock is properly stored and used efficiently to reduce waste.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of baked goods, ensuring all products meet the company's standards and are produced on time.
• Cost Management: Maintain cost-effective operations by controlling ingredient usage, managing waste, and maximizing productivity.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure that the bakery adheres to all food safety and hygiene regulations, including proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment and workspaces.
• Customer Satisfaction: Work closely with the front-of-house and management teams to meet customer needs, accommodate special orders, and respond to feedback.
• Menu Planning: Collaborate with the culinary team and management on seasonal menu changes, special events, and promotions.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all bakery equipment is well-maintained, scheduling regular maintenance and repairs as needed.

SALARY / BENEFITS

• Accommodation Provided
• Health Insurance
• 1 economy flight per annum
• 30 days' vacation per annum
• All meals provided
• Salary TAX FREE. Save everything you earn.

Job Type: Permanent

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to relocate to Fujairah, UAE?

Company Description

We are thrilled to unveil the upcoming launch of our newest all-inclusive luxury lifestyle destination in Ras Al-Khaimah. As we prepare to open doors to this exceptional property, we are seeking visionary managers to join our founding team. This is a rare opportunity to shape the guest journey from the ground up. If you are passionate about excellence, inspired by innovation, and driven to lead with purpose, we invite you to be part of this transformative chapter.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Head Baker to join our team in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. As the Head Baker, you will lead our bakery department, creating delightful baked goods that blend international techniques with local flavors. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise and leadership skills in a dynamic environment.

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the bakery department, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality output
• Develop and implement new recipes, considering local taste preferences and international baking trends
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards throughout the baking process
• Train, mentor, and supervise junior bakers, fostering a culture of excellence and creativity
• Manage inventory, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste
• Collaborate with other departments to meet production goals and maintain product quality
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures for all baked goods
• Stay abreast of industry trends and incorporate innovative techniques into our baking processes
• Adapt recipes and offerings to meet changing consumer trends and dietary requirements
• Contribute to menu planning and pricing strategies to maximize profitability

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a baker, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory role
• Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or Baking and Pastry Arts
• Advanced knowledge of baking techniques, recipe development, and food science
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing consumer trends and dietary requirements
• Knowledge of local and international baking trends
• Familiarity with Middle Eastern cuisine and local taste preferences is highly desirable
• Food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe)
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy items
• Fluency in English;

Additional Information

What awaits you.

• The opportunity to join an international and innovative and fast-growing group, committed not only to building new hotels, but to creating a global brand.
• The ability to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Be part of a team that is very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations with every opportunity.
• A competitive package and plenty of development opportunities.

Full job description

• Oversees a bakery's operations by managing staff
• Ensuring the quality and consistency of baked goods, developing and adapting recipes, and controlling inventory and costs.
• Key responsibilities include planning production, implementing food safety and hygiene standards, training and mentoring junior bakers, and collaborating with management on menu planning and special events.
• Possesses strong leadership, organizational, and baking skills, along with a deep understanding of industry trends and customer preferences.

Responsibilities

• Production Oversight:
   Lead the daily production of various baked goods, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
• Staff Management:
   Supervise, train, and mentor the baking team, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Recipe Development:
   Create and test new recipes, as well as adapt existing ones to meet customer demand and operational needs.
• Inventory & Cost Control:
   Manage ingredient inventory, place orders for supplies, and control costs to minimize waste.
• Food Safety & Quality:
   Implement and enforce strict food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring all products meet quality guidelines.
• Menu Planning:
   Collaborate with management to develop and plan menus, including seasonal offerings and items for special events.
• Equipment Maintenance:
   Ensure baking equipment is maintained, clean, and operating efficiently.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Leadership Skills:
   The ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Baking Expertise:
   Deep knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and processes for a wide range of products. Preferably in Croissant, Sourdough
• Attention to Detail:
   Precision in measuring, mixing, and decorating to ensure high standards of quality and presentation.
• Creativity:
   A passion for innovation and the ability to develop new and appealing recipes.
• Organizational Skills:
   Strong ability to manage schedules, inventory, and overall bakery operations.
• Food Safety Knowledge:
   Understanding and adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled and passionate Baker with hands-on experience in preparing a variety of baked goods including breads, pastries, and desserts. The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of bakery techniques, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and bake a wide range of bakery items such as breads, rolls, croissants, cakes, artisan breads,muffins, and other pastries
• Follow standardized recipes and ensure consistent quality and presentation
• Measure and mix ingredients accurately using baking equipment and tools
• Monitor baking process and adjust temperatures and timings as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bakery section
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
• Monitor stock levels of baking ingredients and assist in inventory management
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to coordinate daily production schedules

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Baker in a bakery, hotel, or restaurant setup (minimum 1 year)
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques and equipment
• Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations
• Creativity in product presentation is a plus
• Experience in industrial bakery or production unit

Job Type: Permanent

Company Description

Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort, an idyllic luxury resort in the United Arab Emirates.

Nestled amongst the hidden valleys of the majestic Al Hajar Mountains, Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort lies along the coastal region of Dibba, the second largest town in the emirate of Fujairah. Set against a dramatic backdrop of rugged terrain, travelers can expect to discover a destination lauded for its natural beauty, with archeological and heritage sites all within easy accessibility from the resort.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Head Baker to join our team. As the Head Baker, you will lead our bakery department, creating delightful baked goods that blend international techniques with local flavors.

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the bakery department, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality output
• Develop and implement new recipes, considering local taste preferences and international baking trends
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety and hygiene standards throughout the baking process
• Train, mentor, and supervise junior bakers, fostering a culture of excellence and creativity
• Manage inventory, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste
• Collaborate with other departments to meet production goals and maintain product quality
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures for all baked goods
• Stay abreast of industry trends and incorporate innovative techniques into our baking processes
• Adapt recipes and offerings to meet changing consumer trends and dietary requirements
• Contribute to menu planning and pricing strategies to maximize profitability

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a baker, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory role
• Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or Baking and Pastry Arts
• Advanced knowledge of baking techniques, recipe development, and food science
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing consumer trends and dietary requirements
• Knowledge of local and international baking trends
• Familiarity with Saudi /French cuisine and local taste preferences is highly desirable
• Certification from a recognized culinary institution is a plus
• Fluency in English;

The Bread and Sweets Section Head Baker will oversee the preparation, production, and quality of Arabic breads and sweets such as Khubz, Samoon, Pita, Markook, Manakish, Kaak, Tanour, Saj, Pies, Cakes, and French Breads. This role requires mastery of authentic Arabic bread-making techniques, supervision of bakery staff, and a commitment to consistency, quality, and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily production of bread and sweet breads using traditional and modern baking techniques.
• Prepare, ferment, shape, and bake dough to ensure consistent taste, texture, and appearance.
• Supervise and train bakers and assistants assigned to the bread section.
• Ensure compliance with Sharjah Municipality and HACCP food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Monitor stock levels of flour, yeast, and other ingredients; coordinate with Storekeeper for replenishment.
• Maintain production schedules and ensure timely supply to retail, wholesale, and catering orders.
• Control waste, manage portion sizes, and maintain cost efficiency.
• Inspect equipment regularly and ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of ovens and work areas.
• Collaborate with management to introduce new products and seasonal variations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Baker specializing in Arabic bread and sweets.
• Minimum 5 years of bakery experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/head baker role.
• Strong knowledge of dough fermentation, shaping, and baking processes for breads.
• Ability to manage and train a small team of bakers.
• Familiarity with UAE food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and festive seasons.
• Communication skills in English;

Skills

• Expertise in Arabic bread-making techniques.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Attention to detail and consistency in product quality.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to innovate while maintaining authenticity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED6, AED10,000.00 per month

Experience:

• Arabic bread and sweets production: 5 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)