CHEF ARTISAN BOULANGER (HEAD ARTISAN BAKER)
About the job
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Master Baker / Chef Artisan Boulanger to lead our premium artisan bread production operations in the United Arab Emirates.
We are looking for a passionate professional with extensive expertise in natural sourdough, long fermentation methods, and traditional French bread-making techniques. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing our bakery operations while preserving and promoting authentic French artisan baking traditions.
· Minimum 15 years of experience in traditional French artisan baking.
· Minimum 5 years of experience in a management, supervisory, or production leadership role.
· Proven experience as a Master Baker, Head Baker, Chef Boulanger, Bakery Production Manager, or in a similar position.
· Expert knowledge of natural sourdough and long-fermentation processes.
· Extensive experience producing traditional French baguettes, sourdough breads, country loaves, specialty breads, and other premium artisan bakery products.
· Strong leadership, team management, training, coaching, and mentoring skills.
· Sound knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and quality assurance standards.
· Self-motivated, highly organized, and committed to excellence.
· Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and international environment.
Key Responsibilities· Oversee all artisan bakery operations and daily production activities.
· Plan, organize, and manage daily bread production schedules.
· Ensure product quality, consistency, presentation, and compliance with company standards.
· Develop, maintain, and monitor natural sourdough and long-fermentation processes.
· Train, mentor, supervise, and develop bakery production teams.
· Participate in new product development and recipe innovation.
· Ensure strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
· Optimize production performance while preserving authentic French artisan baking methods.
· Work closely with senior management to support business growth and operational excellence.
- EURO 60,000 to 65,000/ yr
- Compensation & Benefits • Tax-free total compensation package of approximately EURO 5000 - 5500 per month, inclusive of salary, accommodation, and other allowances • Income tax-free employment in the United Arab Emirates. • Company-sponsored residence visa and work permit. • Comprehensive medical insurance coverage. • 30 calendar days of paid annual leave per year. • Annual return air ticket to the employee’s home country. • Opportunity to join a growing premium artisan bakery business committed to authentic French baking traditions.
- Department: Bakery
About you
- Language required: English.