Head Chocolatier

To lead the chocolate production operations by creating, developing, and overseeing the preparation of premium chocolate products while maintaining the highest standards of quality, creativity, and food safety.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Develop new chocolate recipes, flavors, and seasonal collections in line with market trends.
- Supervise and guide chocolatiers, assistants, and wrapping staff in daily production.
- Oversee tempering, molding, enrobing, and decorating processes to ensure consistency.
- Manage inventory of raw materials (cocoa, couverture, fillings, packaging).
- Ensure all products meet company standards for taste, texture, appearance, and presentation.
- Implement food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards throughout production.
- Train and mentor junior staff to enhance their technical and creative skills.
- Work with sales/marketing teams to design special collections, corporate gifts, and event displays.
- Control costs and minimize waste while optimizing production efficiency.
- Stay updated on industry innovations, techniques, and global chocolate trends.

**Qualifications & Skills**:

- Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts, Pastry, or Chocolate Arts (preferred).
- Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in chocolate or pastry production, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory/head role.
- Strong knowledge of chocolate tempering, molding, enrobing, and decoration techniques.
- Creative flair and passion for artisanal chocolate making.
- Strong leadership, training, and team management abilities.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Understanding of food safety regulations and quality control.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent