Job Vacancy: Pastry Chef

Khibrad Recruitment Agency is recruiting a skilled and passionate Pastry Chef on behalf of a reputable bakery and food-production company in Mogadishu.

1. Job Details

Position: Pastry Chef

Location: Mogadishu, Somalia

Employment Type: Full-time

2. Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality pastries, laminated dough products and artisan bread. The ideal candidate should have practical bakery experience, strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality, consistency, hygiene and professional food-production standards.

3. Key Responsibilities

The Pastry Chef will be responsible for:

• Producing high-quality laminated dough and pastry products, including croissants, doughnuts, cinnamon rolls, American cookies, cakes and other baked goods.
• Preparing and baking artisan bread, including baguettes, whole-wheat bread and burger buns.
• Managing dough preparation, fermentation, shaping and baking to ensure consistent quality.
• Developing new recipes and improving existing products.
• Organising daily mise en place, preparation and production activities efficiently.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and workplace cleanliness.
• Following HACCP and workplace-safety procedures at all times.
• Communicating effectively in English with management and team members.

4. Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have:

• Previous professional experience as a baker or pastry chef.
• Practical knowledge of laminated dough, pastry production and artisan bread-making.
• Knowledge of dough handling, fermentation, shaping and baking techniques.
• Relevant vocational training or professional certification in pastry, baking, culinary arts or a related field.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English.

5. Skills and Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should be:

• Creative and passionate about pastry and baking.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on presentation, texture and product quality.
• Disciplined, reliable and self-motivated.
• Well organised and able to manage time effectively.
• Able to take responsibility and work independently.
• A strong team player with good communication skills.
• Willing and able to relocate to Mogadishu.

6. Employment Benefits

The successful candidate will receive:

• Housing and meals.
• Work-permit support.
• Transportation costs.
• Training and professional-development opportunities.
• Leadership and career-progression opportunities.
• A respectful, friendly and professional working environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to product development and test new ideas.
• A salary based on qualifications, professional certifications, experience and skills.

7. Application Requirements

Applicants are encouraged to prepare the following documents:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae.
• A cover letter.
• Relevant academic or vocational certificates.
• Valid Passport atleast 2 years
• Professional certificates in pastry, baking, culinary arts, food safety, hygiene or HACCP, where available.
• Experience certificates or professional references.
• Photographs or a portfolio of previous pastry and bakery work, where available.

8. Who can apply

• International applicants only who has valid passport

9. How to Apply

• Qualified international candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to apply through the Khibrad Recruitment Agency Job Portal. Applicants should submit: An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) A cover letter Relevant academic or vocational certificates Professional certificates in pastry, baking, culinary arts, food safety, hygiene or HACCP, where available Experience certificates or professional references Photographs or a portfolio of previous pastry and bakery work, where available