🎯 Role Overview As the R&D Chef – Sauces & Flavor Innovation , you will be responsible for researching, developing, and testing new sauce recipes and flavor blends for Pokket Café. You will ensure the new sauces align with brand taste profiles, are cost-effective, scalable for café use, and deliver a consistent guest experience. 🛠️ Key Responsibilities Develop innovative and unique sauces that match Pokket Café’s fast-food style menu. Research global food trends, regional flavor profiles, and customer preferences. Standardize sauce recipes with accurate measurements and methods for kitchen replication. Conduct product trials and tastings with chefs, managers, and focus groups. Collaborate with purchasing team for sourcing ingredients at scale. Work with operations team to train café staff on sauce use, storage, and applications. Ensure recipes are cost-effective, shelf-stable (as required), and safe for production. Maintain a documentation system for all R&D trials, ingredients, and versions. ✅ Required Skills & Experience Minimum 10+ years experience as a chef in R&D, QSR, or commercial kitchen. Strong knowledge of sauces: emulsions, reductions, flavor infusions, and regional spices. Familiar with batch production, food safety, and HACCP guidelines. Ability to balance creativity with practicality and cost control. Strong palate and ability to work with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian bases (as applicable). Comfortable using kitchen tech tools and food processors for trials. 🎓 Qualifications Culinary Degree/Diploma from a recognized institute (Hotel Management or Culinary Arts). Specialized training in sauce-making or food innovation (preferred but not mandatory). 🌟 Bonus Qualities Passion for flavor innovation and experimentation. Understanding of food trends in Indian and global café markets. Attention to detail and commitment to brand standards. Salary- 8 Lakh/Year Job Location- New Sangvi, Pune
🎯 Role Overview As the R&D Chef – Sauces & Flavor Innovation , you will be responsible for researching, developing, and testing new sauce recipes and flavor blends for Pokket Café. You will ensure the new sauces align with brand taste profiles, are cost-effective, scalable for café use, and deliver a consistent guest experience. 🛠️ Key Responsibilities Develop innovative and unique sauces that match Pokket Café’s fast-food style menu. Research global food trends, regional flavor profiles, and customer preferences. Standardize sauce recipes with accurate measurements and methods for kitchen replication. Conduct product trials and tastings with chefs, managers, and focus groups. Collaborate with purchasing team for sourcing ingredients at scale. Work with operations team to train café staff on sauce use, storage, and applications. Ensure recipes are cost-effective, shelf-stable (as required), and safe for production. Maintain a documentation system for all R&D trials, ingredients, and versions. ✅ Required Skills & Experience Minimum 10+ years experience as a chef in R&D, QSR, or commercial kitchen .Strong knowledge of sauces: emulsions, reductions, flavor infusions, and regional spices .Familiar with batch production, food safety, and HACCP guidelines .Ability to balance creativity with practicality and cost control .Strong palate and ability to work with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian bases (as applicable) .Comfortable using kitchen tech tools and food processors for trials . 🎓 Qualification s Culinary Degree/Diploma from a recognized institute (Hotel Management or Culinary Arts ).Specialized training in sauce-making or food innovation (preferred but not mandatory ). 🌟 Bonus Qualiti es Passion for flavor innovation and experimentati on.Understanding of food trends in Indian and global café marke ts.Attention to detail and commitment to brand standar ds. Salary- 8 Lakh/Year Job Location- New Sangvi, Pune
As a Senior Beverage Specialist & Trainer at Pokket Cafe Pvt Ltd, located in New Sangvi, Pune, you will be responsible for mastering the art of crafting traditional Filter Coffee, innovative Cold Coffees, and a variety of Teas. With over 10 years of experience in beverage preparation and craft, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of taste, presentation, and consistency in every drink served. Key Responsibilities: - Expert Beverage Craftsmanship: - Prepare and serve a wide range of beverages with a specialized focus on South Indian Filter Coffee, Cold Coffee Variations, and an assortment of Teas. - Ensure every drink meets the highest standards of taste, presentation, and consistency. - Quality Control & Menu Innovation: - Maintain strict quality control over all beverage ingredients and final products. - Actively participate in developing and testing new beverage recipes and seasonal menus. - Training & Leadership: - Train, mentor, and upskill junior baristas and new hires on beverage preparation techniques. - Lead by example in providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a positive work environment. - Customer Service & Operations: - Engage with customers, provide expert recommendations, and handle customer inquiries professionally. - Manage inventory for coffee, tea, and related supplies to prevent stock-outs. - Oversee the maintenance and cleaning of all brewing equipment. Qualifications Required: - Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience as a Coffee Maker, Barista, or Tea Specialist. - Expertise in making South Indian Filter Coffee, various cold coffee styles, and different tea preparations. - Deep knowledge of coffee beans, brewing techniques, and tea varieties. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a passion for customer service. - Leadership qualities and an interest in teaching and mentoring others. - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. In addition to the above, Pokket Cafe Pvt Ltd offers a competitive monthly salary of 50,000, an opportunity to lead and shape the beverage program, a creative and supportive work environment, and the chance to work with high-quality ingredients while being recognized as a master of your craft.,