NEW OPENING Abu Dhabi Head Baker

We are thrilled to unveil the upcoming launch of our newest luxury lifestyle destination in Abu Dhabi—a sanctuary of nature, culture, and curated experiences. As we prepare to open doors to this exceptional property, we are seeking visionary senior 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.

We are seeking an experienced Head Baker to lead our bakery operations and create high-quality baked goods that reflect the property’s luxury lifestyle standards. You will oversee all aspects of the bakery, from product creation and production to team management, ensuring consistency, innovation, and excellence in every item.

What you’ll do

• Lead the bakery team, including pastry chefs, bakers, and support staff, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and creativity.

• Develop, produce, and maintain high-quality baked goods, including breads, pastries, and desserts, in line with brand standards.

• Design seasonal menus, special offerings, and bespoke items that enhance the guest experience.

• Manage production schedules to ensure timely delivery of bakery products for all outlets and events.

• Maintain inventory, order ingredients, and control costs without compromising quality.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards, including HACCP and local regulations.

• Conduct regular quality checks to maintain consistency and product excellence.

• Collaborate with F&B, Events, and Culinary teams to support special events, catering, and in-house experiences.

• Train, mentor, and develop bakery staff to grow talent and maintain operational excellence.

What we’re looking for

• Culinary or Baking degree, or equivalent professional experience.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in bakery management, ideally in luxury hotels or lifestyle resorts.

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.

• Creative flair and expertise in artisan bread, pastries, and desserts.

• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong knowledge of bakery operations, equipment, and ingredient handling.

• Attention to detail, consistency, and commitment to quality.

What’s in it for you

• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
• Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands!
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture