We are looking for an innovative and experienced Pastry Chef to oversee pastry and bakery operations across multiple outlets in the Mumbai region. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in pastry production, menu innovation, quality control, team management, and maintaining consistent product standards across outlets.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee pastry and bakery operations across multiple outlets in the Mumbai region.
* Develop innovative and creative pastry, dessert, and bakery concepts in line with current food trends.
* Design and introduce new products, seasonal menus, signature desserts, and special creations.
* Ensure consistent taste, presentation, portioning, and quality across all outlets.
* Standardize recipes, production methods, plating, and presentation across locations.
* Lead, train, and mentor pastry teams across multiple outlets.
* Monitor food costs, wastage, inventory, and overall pastry department profitability.
* Coordinate with outlet chefs and operations teams to ensure smooth production and timely availability.
* Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and quality standards.
* Conduct regular outlet visits and audits to identify operational gaps and implement corrective actions.
* Research new ingredients, techniques, equipment, and international pastry trends.
* Collaborate with the culinary and management teams for new product development and menu launches.
* Manage production planning according to outlet sales, events, and business requirements.
Candidate Profile
* 7–10 years of professional experience in pastry/bakery operations.
* Strong experience in multi-outlet or multi-unit operations preferred.
* Proven ability to create innovative, visually appealing, and commercially viable pastry products.
* Strong knowledge of modern pastry techniques, baking, desserts, chocolates, cakes, and plated desserts.
* Excellent leadership, team management, and training skills.
* Strong understanding of food costing, recipe standardization, and inventory control.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.
* Creative mindset with a passion for food innovation and new product development.
* Strong communication and coordination skills.
* Hospitality, premium restaurant, café, or QSR experience will be an advantage.
Key Competencies
Creativity & Innovation | Multi-Outlet Management | Pastry Expertise | Team Leadership | Menu Development | Cost Control | Quality Management | Food Safety | Product Standardization
Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
