Head Baker

Job Title: Dessert Chef and Baker

Location: Popo’s by Blue Poppy, Kolkata
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Popo’s by Blue Poppy:

Popo’s by Blue Poppy is a refined Himalayan and Tibetan restaurant known for its deeply personal, culture-driven cuisine. We celebrate tradition while experimenting with creativity—offering not just a meal, but a journey through the lesser-seen sides of the Himalayas. Our dessert program is equally important in this storytelling, blending classic comfort with regional nuance.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Dessert Chef / Baker to lead our dessert section. You will be responsible for crafting high-quality desserts that align with our brand philosophy—creative, soulful, and rooted in honest flavour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and execute a well-rounded dessert menu with both Himalayan influences and universal appeal.
• Bake and prepare a variety of items including tarts, cakes, traditional sweets, and modern plated desserts.
• Innovate and introduce seasonal or festival-specific specials.
• Maintain quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Oversee mise-en-place and production schedules for consistency.
• Manage ingredient inventory and coordinate with the purchase team.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are followed strictly.
• Collaborate with the head chef and FOH team for smooth service flow.
• Train and guide junior pastry staff if needed.

Requirements:

• Freshers as a baker or dessert chef is fine.
• Formal pastry education is preferred but not mandatory if skill is proven.
• Strong understanding of baking techniques, chocolate work, and dessert plating.
• Creativity with an openness to explore regional Himalayan ingredients.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Passion for consistency, precision, and flavour.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with Tibetan or Northeast Indian dessert elements (e.g., khapse, butter tea-inspired dishes, etc.)
• Experience with eggless and gluten-free baking is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure and during rush service.

Why Join Us:

At Popo’s, you’ll be part of a small, passionate team working on something meaningful—showcasing Himalayan food in its truest form. We offer a creative, respectful environment where your work directly contributes to the brand’s growth and recognition.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹16,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Fixed shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Middleton Row, Kolkata, West Bengal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• are you fine with working from 10 am to 10:30 pm?

Location:

• Middleton Row, Kolkata, West Bengal (Required)

Work Location: In person