Head Baker

Now Hiring: Operations Head Baker

Location: Dubai, UAE

Brand: Bakerist

Salary - 9000 AED - 10,000AED

We are looking for an experienced Operations Head Baker to lead our artisan bakery operations at Bakerist. This is a hybrid leadership role for a hands-on master baker who also excels in production planning, cost control, and team management.

The ideal candidate treats baking as both a science and an art, with a passion for precision, innovation, and consistently exceptional quality.

Role Overview

As Operations Head Baker, you will oversee end-to-end bakery operations, ensuring the highest standards of artisan bread and viennoiserie while optimizing production workflows, food cost, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Leadership & Quality Control

- Lead production of sourdough breads (long fermentation), baguettes, brioches, and premium viennoiserie (croissants).

- Ensure consistency across all products in texture, crumb structure, flavor, and visual appeal, aligned with the Bakerist signature.

- Drive R&D by developing new recipes and seasonal collections.

- Refine existing formulas (bases, doughs, creams) for quality, stability, and scalability.

2. Operational Management

- Plan and manage daily and weekly production schedules to meet demand while minimizing waste.

- Oversee inventory, supplier relationships, and stock control of ingredients.

- Monitor and improve food cost and labor cost without compromising quality.

- Develop, implement, and maintain clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

3. Team Leadership & Compliance

- Train, mentor, and upskill a multicultural bakery team (Commis, CDP, Sous Chef).

- Manage staff scheduling, KPIs, productivity, and team morale.

- Ensure full compliance with HACCP standards and Dubai Municipality food safety regulations.

Candidate Requirements

- Experience: Minimum 5 years in high-end artisan bakeries, including 23 years in a Head Baker or Sous Chef role.

- Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of baker's percentages, hydration, sourdough microbiology, and lamination techniques.

- Management Skills: Proven ability in team leadership, production planning, food cost control, and yield management.

- Language: Fluent English is required.

- Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with computers; proficient in Excel or Google Sheets; familiar with inventory systems; strong sense of social media-ready product presentation.

Ideal Profile

- Precision-oriented with strong attention to detail, measurements, and temperatures.

- Creative, with the ability to develop standout hero products.

- Adaptable and motivated to thrive in Dubai's fast-paced and competitive F&B environment.