Job Description: Commis 2 – Pastry

Key ResponsibilitiesPastry Mise-en-Place & Production

- Execute precise preparation of pastry components including sponge cakes, tarts, cookies, laminated doughs, mousses, custards, creams, and fillings.
- Assist in producing plated dessert elements such as gels, crumbles, sauces, ice creams, sorbets, tuile garnishes, and chocolate décor.
- Operate specialized pastry equipment including planetary mixers, ice cream machines, blast chillers, chocolate tempering equipment, and whipping siphons.
- Accurately scale and portion ingredients to maintain consistency, quality, and food cost targets.
- Follow recipes precisely while maintaining high standards of flavor, texture, and presentation.

Dessert Service & Plating

- Set up assigned pastry stations with all components required for à la carte and tasting menu service.
- Assist senior pastry chefs during service with plating, finishing, and replenishment of dessert components.
- Execute precise plating techniques including quenelles, sauce work, garnishes, chocolate décor, and delicate finishing elements.
- Ensure consistency in presentation and portioning across all desserts served.
- Regularly taste and assess components to maintain quality standards.

Kitchen Integrity & Food Safety

- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times.
- Label, date, store, and rotate ingredients according to HACCP and food safety standards.
- Properly handle temperature-sensitive products such as dairy, custards, mousses, chocolates, and frozen desserts.




- Clean and maintain pastry equipment, molds, utensils, scales, and specialized tools daily.
- Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures for all pastry ingredients and finished products.

Skills & Competencies

- Precision: Strong attention to detail for weighing ingredients, decorating desserts, and executing recipes accurately.
- Pastry Fundamentals: Knowledge of baking science, doughs, creams, chocolate work, frozen desserts, and plated dessert preparation.
- Adaptability: Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Organization: Strong mise-en-place management and time-management skills.
- Palate Development: Ability to assess flavor balance, texture, sweetness, and overall product quality.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a pastry kitchen, bakery, hotel pastry department, or fine dining setting.
- Education: Degree or diploma from a recognized Culinary Arts, Baking, or Pastry Arts institution preferred.
- Certifications: Valid local Food Handler's License or food safety certification.
- Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift ingredients and equipment, and maintain focus during busy production and service periods.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹16,000.00 - ₹22,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Food provided
- Provident Fund

Experience:

- Baking: 1 year (Required)

Location:

- Mumbai, Maharashtra (Mumbai, Mumbai District) (Required)

Work Location: In person

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