Café Chef (Pastry & Savory)

• Job Title: Café Chef (Pastry & Savory)
• Job location: Bengaluru
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Summary:

As our Café Chef (Pastry & Savory), you’ll be in charge of crafting a menu full of fresh bakes and soulful café dishes. From flaky croissants to hearty sandwiches, cakes and comforting specials — your food will define the flavor of our café. You'll have creative input on the menu, help set up the kitchen, and play a key role in shaping the food experience for our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

● Prepare a variety of pastries, cakes, muffins, cookies, and baked goods daily.

● Cook savory dishes such as sandwiches, toasts, salads, tarts, and café-style plates.

● Collaborate on the development of our opening menu.

● Maintain consistent food quality, portioning, and presentation.

● Follow food safety and hygiene best practices at all times.

● Manage prep, baking, cooking, and plating during service.

● Assist in setting up the kitchen operations, inventory, and sourcing of ingredients.

● Adapt and adjust as we grow — we’re a startup, flexibility is key!

● Train or mentor junior staff (as the team grows).

Additional Responsibilities:

● Interact with customers and take orders.

● Take part in promoting the café.

● Be willing to work rotational shifts and be available on weekends.

● Implement marketing initiatives and promotions to attract new customers and retain regular customers.

We’re Looking For:

● Experience in both pastry and savory cooking — ideally in a café, bakery, or brunch spot. Freshers are also welcomed!

● A passion for fresh ingredients and seasonal menus.

● Creativity in the kitchen, with strong presentation skills.

● Ability to work independently and take initiative.

● Clean, organized, and efficient work habits.

● Excited to be part of a small, collaborative, startup-style team.

Bonus if you:

● Have helped open a café or restaurant before.

● Enjoy menu planning and recipe testing.

Why Join Us:

● Be a part of a growing and a dynamic brand with opportunities for career advancement.

● Work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.

● Enjoy a competitive salary package, performance-based incentives and staff discounts.

● Gain hands-on leadership experience in managing a thriving café and shaping its future journey.

● Chance of getting into our core team, which would manage the business when we expand.

About Us:

Chai Tales is an upcoming café, set to open soon dedicated to providing high-quality Tea, coffee, fresh food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We’re looking for a passionate Café Chef to join us from the start — someone who understands flavors, values quality, and can help craft a menu that’s tasty, efficient, and true to our vibe.

Join Us:

If you’re ready to help shape something special from day one, we’d love to meet you! ✨ Send us your CV/portfolio at [email protected] with the subject line, “Cafe Chef Application.” Let’s create something delicious together.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bangalore City, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person