Chocolate Master / Head of Chocolate Production

About the role

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Chocolate Master / Head of Chocolate Production to develop, launch and lead a premium chocolate brand in Abu Dhabi. This is a senior leadership role responsible for setting up the chocolate production facility, building the production team and overseeing end-to-end chocolate operations. The successful candidate combines technical excellence with strong operational leadership and a clear vision for high-quality chocolate production.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, launch and lead the chocolate production brand from concept to execution.
• Set up and manage the chocolate production facility, including equipment sourcing.
• Oversee daily chocolate production operations, ensuring high quality and consistency.
• Lead new product development and innovation in line with brand standards.
• Hire, train and manage the chocolate production team.
• Ensure all chocolate products meet premium quality, safety and presentation standards.
• Travel as required to source premium cocoa and ingredients and monitor global trends.
• Coordinate with retail operations to integrate chocolate products across all outlets.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in professional chocolate production, including product development and large-scale operations.
• Proven background in setting up and managing chocolate production facilities.
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to hire, train and manage production teams.
• Expertise in premium chocolate craftsmanship, quality control and consistency.
• Experience sourcing high-quality cocoa and ingredients.
• Willingness to travel regularly to source ingredients and stay aligned with global chocolate trends.
• Good English communication skills (spoken and written).
• International candidates are welcome.