Master Baker; Pre - Waldorf Astoria

Job Description – Master Baker (Pre Opening) – Waldorf Astoria (HOT0C69O)

Job Description

HOT0C69O

Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur 73, Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang Kuala Lumpur 50200

With thousands of hotels across more than 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers exceptional opportunities to inspire and delight. From warm welcomes to unforgettable dining moments, we create hospitality that stays with our guests long after their visit. Our diverse brand portfolio includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, Double Tree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton, and many more.

If you take pride in craftsmanship and believe that bakery defines the soul of a culinary experience, you may be the expert we are looking for. At Hilton, we never forget our purpose: to delight our guests, our Team Members, and our owners.

Are you an accomplished artisan with a passion for creating exceptional breads, pastries, and baked goods? Do you excel in leading bakery operations while inspiring creativity and precision in your team?

We are seeking a highly skilled Master Baker to oversee all bakery production during the hotel’s pre-opening and ongoing operations. In this role, you will craft premium-quality baked goods, develop innovative recipes, supervise bakery staff, and ensure the highest standards of consistency, flavor, and presentation.

If you’re ready to elevate the bakery offering of a luxury property and lead with expertise and creativity, we welcome your talent and passion.

• Produce a wide range of high-quality baked goods including artisan breads, viennoiseries, pastries, desserts, and specialty items.
• Develop and refine recipes that align with Hilton brand standards and the property’s culinary identity.
• Ensure consistency in flavor, texture, portioning, and visual presentation across all bakery products.
• Innovate seasonal offerings, signature items, and bakery concepts in collaboration with the culinary leadership team.

• Oversee daily bakery production, ensuring timely preparation to meet restaurant, banqueting, in-room dining, and retail requirements.
• Plan production schedules, ingredient usage, and workflow to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality.
• Monitor oven performance, equipment function, and operational readiness, coordinating repairs with Engineering as needed.
• Ensure proper storage, rotation, and usage of ingredients following HACCP and food safety guidelines.

• Lead, mentor, and train bakery colleagues, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
• Conduct training on baking techniques, dough handling, pastry skills, and equipment operation.
• Ensure all team members adhere to standard recipes, SOPs, and quality expectations.
• Support performance management, scheduling, and skill development to build a highly capable bakery team.

• Uphold strict adherence to food safety standards, HACCP principles, and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation within all bakery production areas.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and storage of all products to minimize waste and prevent contamination.
• Conduct regular inspections and participate in internal audits to ensure full compliance.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef, Pastry Chef, and culinary leadership to design bakery offerings for all outlets.
• Participate actively in menu planning, tastings, and product development sessions.
• Support pre-opening tasks such as equipment selection, recipe development, par level planning, and bakery layout setup.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and suppliers to source high-quality flours, grains, chocolates, fats, and specialty ingredients.

A successful Master Baker at Hilton should possess:

• Professional certification or diploma in Baking, Pastry Arts, or Culinary Arts.
• Proven experience as a Master Baker, Head Baker, or Senior Baker in luxury hotels, boutique bakeries, or high-end pastry establishments.
• Strong technical expertise in artisan baking, dough fermentation, lamination,…