The Sous Chef – Bakery & Pastry assists the Pastry Chef in managing daily bakery and pastry operations, ensuring high-quality production, consistency, food safety, and efficient kitchen management. Responsible for supervising the bakery team, maintaining standards, controlling costs, and developing new bakery and pastry products.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Operations

- Supervise daily bakery and pastry production.
- Prepare breads, cakes, pastries, desserts, cookies, and other bakery products.
- Ensure consistency in taste, texture, presentation, and quality.
- Monitor daily production schedules and mise en place.
- Ensure timely preparation for restaurants, buffets, banquets, and events.

2. Team Management

- Supervise and train commis chefs and kitchen staff.
- Delegate duties and monitor staff performance.
- Maintain discipline, teamwork, and professional standards.
- Support the Head Pastry Chef in staff scheduling.

3. Quality Control

- Maintain standard recipes and portion sizes.
- Check product quality before service.
- Ensure proper storage, labelling, and stock rotation.
- Maintain HACCP and food safety standards.

4. Cost Control & Inventory





- Monitor food costs and minimize wastage.
- Control bakery and pastry inventory.
- Check receiving of raw materials and ingredients.
- Maintain FIFO procedures.
- Conduct regular stock checks.

5. Creativity & Development

- Assist in developing new bakery and pastry items.
- Introduce seasonal desserts and specialty products.
- Improve presentation and production techniques.
- Stay updated with bakery and pastry trends.

Required Skills & Qualifications

- Diploma or certificate in Bakery & Pastry Arts.
- 4–6 years of experience in bakery and pastry operations.
- Previous experience in a supervisory role preferred.
- Robust knowledge of breads, cakes, pastries, desserts, and chocolate work.
- Good leadership and communication skills.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP.
- Inventory and food cost management skills

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹44,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Commuter assistance
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Leave encashment
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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