Head Pastry Chef – New Bakery Opening in Navan
Opening: Mid-October 2026
We are looking for an experienced and creative Head Pastry Chef to take the lead in an exciting new bakery opening in Navan this October.
The Role
As Head Pastry Chef, you will lead the day to day bakery and pastry operation, taking ownership of production, quality, consistency and the development of our product range.
You will work closely with the owner to develop the bakery offering, trial new products and create a range that customers will genuinely get excited about.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the daily production and operation of the bakery
- Develop and produce a high-quality range of laminated pastries, baked goods and seasonal products
- Help create the opening menu and continually develop new products
- Maintain exceptional standards of quality, presentation and consistency
- Plan daily production levels and minimise waste
- Manage ingredient ordering, stock levels and supplier requirements
- Maintain food safety, HACCP, hygiene and allergen standards
- Help establish efficient systems and processes for the new bakery
- Lead, train and support additional bakery team members as the business grows
- Work closely with the owner on new ideas, product development and the overall direction of the bakery
- Help build a strong bakery culture focused on quality, creativity and pride in the product
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone with strong professional pastry and bakery experience who is ready to take ownership of a kitchen and make the role their own.
The ideal candidate will be:
- Experienced in professional pastry, baking or bakery production
- Confident leading a production kitchen
- Creative and enthusiastic about developing new products
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Consistent and passionate about quality
- Comfortable managing production, stock, ordering and food costs
- A strong communicator who can lead and develop a team
Previous Head Pastry Chef or senior pastry experience is highly desirable,
Full-time, permanent position.
Based in Navan, Co. Meath.
Expected start: October/Noveember 2026.
Apply with your CV and a short introduction outlining your experience and what you would bring to the role.
Pay: €18.00-€22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week
Experience:
- Baking: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
