Job Description

Pastry Executive Chef - Buffet Experience Mandatory (MALDIVES)

Location:

Maldives (Not Dubai)

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

USD 1,000 - 2,000/month (Based on experience)

Industry:

Hospitality | Resorts | Culinary | Food & Beverage

Please apply only if you have proven experience as a Pastry Executive Chef with strong expertise in buffet-style dessert and pastry operations.

Candidates without relevant buffet experience at executive level will not be considered.

We are seeking an experienced Pastry Executive Chef with a minimum of 4 years of leadership experience in luxury resorts or 5-star hotels, specializing in buffet dessert planning and execution. The ideal candidate must have strong skills in pastry, bakery, and dessert presentation, and thrive in high-volume, international hospitality environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead all pastry and dessert kitchen operations with a focus on buffet production and quality Design and implement innovative, visually appealing dessert buffet menus that reflect international and local flavors Ensure consistency, quality, portioning, and creative presentation of all buffet pastry items Maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and sanitation standards across the pastry department Control pastry inventory and food costs while maintaining high production standards Supervise and train pastry staff, encouraging a high-performance and collaborative work culture Coordinate closely with the Executive Chef and F&B team on menu planning, events, and guest feedback

Requirements:

Minimum 4 years' experience as a Pastry Executive Chef or Senior Pastry Chef in luxury resorts or high-end hotels Mandatory experience in buffet pastry/dessert operations Expertise in bakery, plated desserts, chocolate work, and international pastry trends Strong understanding of food cost control, production planning, and presentation standards Excellent leadership and team management skills Experience working in diverse, multicultural kitchen environments Willingness to relocate full-time to the Maldives

Benefits:

Competitive salary: USD 1,000 - 2,000 per month (based on experience) Accommodation, meals, work visa, and transportation provided Annual return airfare Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural island resort environment Training and professional growth opportunities

How to Apply:

Submit your CV and portfolio of dessert photos (if available) to:

sabreen@tropventure.com

Immediate availability is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,600.00 - AED7,400.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Are you familiar with creating a wide range of international pastry and dessert offerings, especially in a hospitality (resort) setting with buffet service? Are you willing to relocate to the Maldives for this position? Do you have experience managing pastry/dessert buffet operations? Are you comfortable accepting a monthly salary in the range of USD 1,000 to 2,000?
Application Deadline: 12/07/2025