Pastry Chef

About Tusaj Lifestyle and The Yum Yum Tree Group

The Yum Yum Tree Group, led by renowned restaurateur Varun Tuli, represents a diverse collection of six culinary brands including Food Inc. Catering, Yum Yum Cha, Noshi Yum Asian Delivery, Pot Pot Yum Indian Dining & Delivery, Wheaty, and tbsp.Tablespoon. Celebrated for blending tradition with innovation, the group delivers exceptional dining experiences across Delhi-NCR, emphasizing quality and diverse culinary offerings ranging from vibrant restaurant atmospheres to efficient delivery services and a unique e-bakery.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bakery and pastry operations, ensuring smooth production cycles.
• Prepare and manage the creation of breads, pastries, cakes, desserts, cookies, and other baked goods.
• Maintain consistent standards for taste, quality, presentation, and portion sizes.
• Innovate and develop new bakery and pastry items aligned with business goals.
• Plan production schedules based on anticipated demand and operational requirements.
• Lead, train, and supervise bakery staff, including commis and demi chefs.
• Enforce stringent hygiene, sanitation, and food safety practices in all processes.
• Monitor raw materials usage, control wastage, manage inventory, and optimize food costs.
• Ensure correct storage and handling procedures for all baking ingredients.
• Maintain accurate recipe records and standardized production methods.
• Collaborate closely with operations and management to fulfill daily requirements and dispatch deadlines.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance product quality, visual appeal, and operational efficiency.
• Keep comprehensive records related to production output and inventory levels.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 12 years of hands-on experience in bakery and pastry operations.
• In-depth knowledge of bakery production techniques and pastry preparation.
• Proven experience leading and managing bakery and pastry teams.
• Expertise in cakes, breads, pastries, desserts, and confectionery items.
• Strong skills in food cost management, wastage reduction, and inventory control.
• Solid understanding of hygiene and food safety standards applicable to the bakery environment.
• A creative mindset focused on new product development and attractive presentation.
• Effective leadership abilities and team management skills.
• Adeptness at thriving in fast-paced hospitality and food & beverage settings.
• Preference given to candidates residing in Gurgaon or Delhi NCR.