About Chihiro Chihiro is a new café and bakehouse in Lucknow that blends the calm of a neighbourhood coffee space with the craft of a modern kitchen. Our menu is built around honest food: sandwiches, brunch plates, and bakes made from scratch, rooted in comfort but layered with creativity. Led by our Head Pastry Chef & Owner, who trained in a Michelin-star kitchen and worked across large-scale bakeries in Canada and India, Chihiro is designed to be a space where good food and good energy go hand in hand. The kitchen runs on collaboration, curiosity, and craft; every team member contributes ideas, experiments, and takes pride in the details. Position Overview We’re looking for a skilled Barista who can brew great coffee and create an equally great guest experience. This role covers espresso preparation, drink consistency, POS order-taking, guest service, basic beverage prep, and maintaining the overall cleanliness and flow of the coffee bar. Our drinks menu includes espresso-based beverages, iced coffees, teas, matcha, and seasonal specials, crafted to complement our sandwiches, brunch plates, and fresh bakes. Key Responsibilities Prepare espresso-based drinks, cold coffees, teas, matcha, and seasonal beverages with consistency. Manage daily calibration, grinder settings, and equipment care. Take customer orders on the POS system accurately and efficiently. Provide warm, attentive service — guiding guests through the menu and pairing suggestions. Maintain hygiene and cleanliness at the coffee bar, FOH counters, fridges, and equipment. Work closely with the Assistant Barista and FOH team to ensure smooth service flow. Keep track of inventory: milk, beans, ice, syrups, teas, and daily restocks. Participate in beverage R&D for specials and new drink ideas. Uphold Chihiro’s hospitality standards — calm, patient, and detail-focused. Skills & Experience 1–2 years of barista or café FOH experience preferred. Strong understanding of espresso extraction, milk steaming, and drink consistency. Ability to run a fast, efficient coffee bar during peak hours. Comfort with POS systems, billing, and accurate order handling. Knowledge of hygiene, sanitation, and equipment cleaning routines. Excellent communication and guest interaction skills. Team-first mindset — collaborative, respectful, and eager to learn. Compensation Salary based on experience and skill (competitive for Lucknow market). Opportunities to learn across sections and contribute to seasonal drink R&D. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From ₹20,000.00 per month Work Location: In person
About Chihiro Chihiro is a new café and bakehouse in Lucknow that blends the calm of a neighbourhood coffee space with the craft of a modern kitchen. Our menu is built around honest food: sandwiches, brunch plates, and bakes made from scratch, rooted in comfort but layered with creativity. Led by our Head Pastry Chef & Owner, who trained in a Michelin-star kitchen and worked across large-scale bakeries in Canada and India, Chihiro is designed to be a space where good food and good energy go hand in hand. The kitchen runs on collaboration, curiosity, and craft; every team member contributes ideas, experiments, and takes pride in the details. Position Overview We’re looking for an experienced Chef de Partie (CDP) . This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, menu execution, prep planning, and maintaining high standards of taste, hygiene, and consistency. The CDP will work closely with the head chef to plan and execute production, develop sauces and components, and mentor junior cooks. Key Responsibilities Execute and supervise all hot kitchen items — sandwiches, brunch plates, and daily specials. Prepare and refine sauces, stocks, and components essential to Chihiro’s continental-style menu. Plan daily mise en place, production timelines, and coordinate prep lists with commis and DCDP. Maintain hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization as per FSSAI standards. Manage inventory, produce rotation, and wastage control with precision. Ensure portion control, taste balance, and plate presentation across service. Collaborate with the chef and pastry team for cross-section menu ideas and seasonal specials. Train, guide, and support junior kitchen staff; foster a positive and disciplined work environment. Contribute to R&D for new dishes in line with Chihiro’s identity — rustic, layered, and nostalgic with modern flavour pairings. Skills & Experience 2+ years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in continental or café-style cuisine. Strong understanding of sauces, emulsions, marinades, and cooking fundamentals. Knowledge of basic bakery principles is a plus. Excellent organizational and leadership skills; able to plan prep and manage workflow. Deep respect for hygiene, teamwork, and attention to detail. Ability to adapt to a small, creative team and dynamic daily menus. Compensation Salary based on experience and skill level (competitive for Lucknow market). Opportunity for growth as we expand and develop new menu lines. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From ₹22,000.00 per month Work Location: In person
About Chihiro Chihiro is a new café and bakehouse in Lucknow that blends the calm of a neighbourhood coffee space with the craft of a modern kitchen. Our menu is built around honest food: sandwiches, brunch plates, and bakes made from scratch, rooted in comfort but layered with creativity. Led by our Head Pastry Chef & Owner, who trained in a Michelin-star kitchen and worked across large-scale bakeries in Canada and India, Chihiro is designed to be a space where good food and good energy go hand in hand. The kitchen runs on collaboration, curiosity, and craft; every team member contributes ideas, experiments, and takes pride in the details. Position Overview We’re looking for a skilled Barista who can brew great coffee and create an equally great guest experience. This role covers espresso preparation, drink consistency, POS order-taking, guest service, basic beverage prep, and maintaining the overall cleanliness and flow of the coffee bar. Our drinks menu includes espresso-based beverages, iced coffees, teas, matcha, and seasonal specials, crafted to complement our sandwiches, brunch plates, and fresh bakes. Key Responsibilities Prepare espresso-based drinks, cold coffees, teas, matcha, and seasonal beverages with consistency. Manage daily calibration, grinder settings, and equipment care. Take customer orders on the POS system accurately and efficiently. Provide warm, attentive service — guiding guests through the menu and pairing suggestions. Maintain hygiene and cleanliness at the coffee bar, FOH counters, fridges, and equipment. Work closely with the Assistant Barista and FOH team to ensure smooth service flow. Keep track of inventory: milk, beans, ice, syrups, teas, and daily restocks. Participate in beverage R&D for specials and new drink ideas. Uphold Chihiro’s hospitality standards — calm, patient, and detail-focused. Skills & Experience 1–2 years of barista or café FOH experience preferred. Strong understanding of espresso extraction, milk steaming, and drink consistency. Ability to run a fast, efficient coffee bar during peak hours. Comfort with POS systems, billing, and accurate order handling. Knowledge of hygiene, sanitation, and equipment cleaning routines. Excellent communication and guest interaction skills. Team-first mindset — collaborative, respectful, and eager to learn. Compensation Salary based on experience and skill (competitive for Lucknow market). Opportunities to learn across sections and contribute to seasonal drink R&D. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From ₹20,000.00 per month Work Location: In person
About Chihiro Chihiro is a new café and bakehouse in Lucknow that blends the calm of a neighbourhood coffee space with the craft of a modern kitchen. Our menu is built around honest food: sandwiches, brunch plates, and bakes made from scratch, rooted in comfort but layered with creativity. Led by our Head Pastry Chef & Owner, who trained in a Michelin-star kitchen and worked across large-scale bakeries in Canada and India, Chihiro is designed to be a space where good food and good energy go hand in hand. The kitchen runs on collaboration, curiosity, and craft; every team member contributes ideas, experiments, and takes pride in the details. Position Overview We’re hiring a skilled Baker / Pastry CDP to lead and execute daily production of our bakery program. The role involves working across doughs, cakes, tarts, laminations, and nostalgia-driven bakes: all with a rustic, vintage, from-scratch approach. You’ll manage prep schedules, consistency, quality, and hygiene, while supporting R&D for new menu items. This is a hands-on role suited for someone who values technique, precision, flavour development, and calm, well-planned production. Key Responsibilities Execute daily bakery production: doughs, batters, cakes, cookies, tarts, and specials. Maintain consistent textures, flavours, baking times, and finishing quality. Plan production schedules, manage oven timelines, and coordinate with the hot kitchen for smooth service. Follow and refine recipes in collaboration with the Head Chef; contribute ideas for new bakes. Uphold FSSAI-standard hygiene, kitchen cleanliness, and equipment care. Manage bakery inventory. Train and guide junior pastry staff or commis on basic techniques and workflows. Work with precision while keeping the rustic, handcrafted character of Chihiro’s identity. Skills & Experience Mandatory education from a recognised pastry school (diploma/certificate in bakery & confectionery). 1–2+ years of experience in a professional pastry kitchen, café, or bakery. Strong understanding of doughs, cakes, custards, tarts, sponges, and foundational techniques. Ability to execute recipes consistently and troubleshoot textures, proofing, moisture, and bake levels. Knowledge of oven management, food safety, and storage best practices. Creative mindset with attention to detail and plating/finishing aesthetics. Calm, methodical, and able to maintain quality while working efficiently. Strong teamwork attitude — open to cross-training and supporting multiple sections. Compensation Salary based on experience and skill (competitive for Lucknow market). Opportunities for learning, creative input, and growth as our pastry program expands. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From ₹20,000.00 per month Work Location: In person
About Chihiro Chihiro is a new café and bakehouse in Lucknow that blends the calm of a neighbourhood coffee space with the craft of a modern kitchen. Our menu is built around honest food: sandwiches, brunch plates, and bakes made from scratch, rooted in comfort but layered with creativity. Led by our Head Pastry Chef & Owner, who trained in a Michelin-star kitchen and worked across large-scale bakeries in Canada and India, Chihiro is designed to be a space where good food and good energy go hand in hand. The kitchen runs on collaboration, curiosity, and craft; every team member contributes ideas, experiments, and takes pride in the details. Position Overview We’re looking for an experienced Chef de Partie (CDP) . This role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, menu execution, prep planning, and maintaining high standards of taste, hygiene, and consistency. The CDP will work closely with the head chef to plan and execute production, develop sauces and components, and mentor junior cooks. Key Responsibilities Execute and supervise all hot kitchen items — sandwiches, brunch plates, and daily specials. Prepare and refine sauces, stocks, and components essential to Chihiro’s continental-style menu. Plan daily mise en place, production timelines, and coordinate prep lists with commis and DCDP. Maintain hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization as per FSSAI standards. Manage inventory, produce rotation, and wastage control with precision. Ensure portion control, taste balance, and plate presentation across service. Collaborate with the chef and pastry team for cross-section menu ideas and seasonal specials. Train, guide, and support junior kitchen staff; foster a positive and disciplined work environment. Contribute to R&D for new dishes in line with Chihiro’s identity — rustic, layered, and nostalgic with modern flavour pairings. Skills & Experience 2+ years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in continental or café-style cuisine. Strong understanding of sauces, emulsions, marinades, and cooking fundamentals. Knowledge of basic bakery principles is a plus. Excellent organizational and leadership skills; able to plan prep and manage workflow. Deep respect for hygiene, teamwork, and attention to detail. Ability to adapt to a small, creative team and dynamic daily menus. Compensation Salary based on experience and skill level (competitive for Lucknow market). Opportunity for growth as we expand and develop new menu lines. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From ₹22,000.00 per month Work Location: In person