Group Pastry Chef
Lifestyle Group is a sister company of db Group, Malta’s leading hospitality and leisure operator. We proudly manage some of the island’s most popular and diverse restaurant brands, including Aki, Amami, Amami Food Bar, Blu Beach, Colette, Loa, Nine Lives, Manta, Tora, and Westreme.
Our portfolio features a wide variety of cuisines and unique dining experiences, all driven by a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional guest service.
We are seeking a talented and innovative Group Pastry Chef to lead the pastry operations across our portfolio of properties. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary pastry professional to create and oversee exceptional dessert experiences that align with our brand standards.
Why Join Lifestyle Group?
We believe that great people make all the difference. We’re proud to offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is a priority.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
- 🏥 Private health insurance
- 💳 Exclusive discount card valid across our restaurants, outlets, and partner brands (including Hard Rock, Starbucks, and more)
- 🚀 Training and development opportunities to grow your career
- 🎉 Team events and employee recognition initiatives
- 🔄 Opportunities for internal mobility across our hotels, restaurants, and retail concepts
The Job
- Develop and oversee pastry menus across multiple outlets and venues.
- Lead, train, and mentor pastry teams at the property level to ensure consistency and quality.
- Innovate new pastry concepts and seasonal offerings in line with brand identity.
- Collaborate with Executive Chefs and Management to deliver memorable guest experiences.
- Oversee the daily operations of the pastry section, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company standards.
- Train team members on new recipes, techniques, and products introduced to the menu.
- Decorate pastries and desserts to ensure visually appealing and flavourful presentations;
- Oversee the procurement of supplies, ingredients, and equipment for the pastry section, ensuring purchases are within budget;
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and presentation.
- Manage pastry-related costs, inventory, and supplier relationships.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of pastry experience, including at least 3 years in a senior or group-level position.
- Proven background in either fine dining or upscale restaurant groups.
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Creative flair with a deep understanding of international pastry trends.
- Knowledge of HACCP and kitchen operations.
- Willingness to travel between properties as required.
- Candidate must be living in Malta or in Europe
About You
- Leadership and people skills with a strong mentoring attitude.
- Excellent Communication skills - both verbal and written English are essential.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
To Apply:
Be part of Malta’s most respected hospitality brand and contribute to an environment where quality and teamwork come first. Click the "Apply for this Job" button and submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
