Corporate Pastry Chef

About Richie Rich:

Richie Rich is a premium culinary brand known for its gourmet desserts, upscale bakery items, and innovative catering experiences. We are expanding our pastry division and seeking a visionary Executive Pastry Chef to lead our kitchen, create world-class desserts, and inspire a high-performing team.

Job Summary:

As Executive Pastry Chef at Richie Rich, you will be responsible for managing all pastry operations — from R&D and production to presentation and quality control. You’ll lead a team of skilled pastry chefs and bakers, innovate our dessert offerings, and help shape the sweet side of the Richie Rich experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day pastry kitchen operations across dine-in, delivery, and catering verticals.
• Create and execute high-end desserts, pastries, breads, and confections.
• Lead new product development for festivals, events, and limited-edition launches.
• Manage kitchen team: hiring, training, scheduling, and performance monitoring.
• Maintain consistency in quality, flavor, and aesthetics.
• Handle cost control, portioning, inventory, and vendor management.
• Ensure strict hygiene and food safety compliance (FSSAI or equivalent).
• Collaborate with branding, marketing, and event teams on promotions and visuals.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on pastry experience; 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Culinary degree/diploma in Pastry Arts or Baking from a reputed institute.
• Proven expertise in modern pastry techniques, chocolate work, viennoiserie, and plated desserts.
• Creative, disciplined, and detail-oriented approach.
• Strong leadership, training, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Preferred (Bonus) Skills:

• Prior experience in luxury hotels, boutique patisseries, or catering.
• Knowledge of international trends — French, Italian, or modern fusion.
• Skills in vegan, gluten-free, or health-conscious desserts.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary + incentives based on performance
• Supportive work environment with creative freedom
• Exposure to large-scale events, elite clientele, and premium F&B branding
• Opportunities for innovation and menu ownership

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person