Chef Instructor- Pastry & Chocolate Art

Job Summary:

The Chef Instructor – Pastry & Chocolate Art is responsible for delivering expert-level instruction in pastry, bakery, and chocolate arts. This includes hands-on training, mentoring, and skill development of students in advanced techniques such as chocolate sculpture, artistic showpieces, and exotic plated desserts. The instructor will ensure that students gain industry-relevant knowledge and hands-on expertise to excel in professional kitchens and patisseries.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction & Demonstration:

1. Conduct structured theory and practical sessions in pastry and chocolate arts.

2. Deliver live demonstrations in chocolate sculpture, chocolate art, and exotic pastries including entremets, petit gateaux, and modern layered desserts.

3. Teach techniques such as tempering, molding, glazing, piping, lamination, airbrushing, and sugar decoration.

4. Showcase artistic presentations of showpieces during academic events and internal showcases.

Curriculum & Assessment:

1. Assist in designing and updating course content with a focus on innovation and global trends.

2. Create student assessment tools and evaluate their progress through practical exams and assignments.

3. Develop supporting materials like recipe booklets, step-by-step guides, and visual references.

Student Engagement & Mentorship:

1. Mentor students on their skill development, creativity, and culinary discipline.

2. Guide students during pastry production, inter-college competitions, and exhibition events.

3. Encourage teamwork and originality through theme-based assignments and pastry displays.

Kitchen Management & Safety:

1. Maintain cleanliness, safety, and discipline in the pastry kitchen environment.

2. Manage ingredients, kitchen tools, and specialized equipment like chocolate melters, spray guns, and blast freezers.

3. Ensure all activities adhere to food safety regulations and HACCP protocols.

Professional Development & Representation:

1. Keep abreast of current trends in pastry and chocolate art by attending workshops and exhibitions.

2. Represent the academy during guest chef sessions, chocolate festivals, and culinary networking events.

3. Serve as a role model of professionalism and creative excellence for students.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Fixed shift
• Morning shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Application Question(s):

• Did you know Chocolate Sculpture ?

Did you have any experience in handling the Chocolates ?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• 10years: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 18/08/2025