Halwai chef

Treat Hotels & Resorts; Rajsamand; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Treat Hotels & Resorts in Kumbhalgarh seeks a Halwai Chef to craft a wide range of traditional Indian sweets, ensuring consistent taste, presentation and quality aligned with brand standards. You’ll plan dessert menus for buffets, banquets, and events while managing production volumes and safety.

This on-site, full-time role requires coordinating with the Executive Chef and banquet teams, guiding junior staff, and contributing new product ideas that reflect regional tastes and seasonal

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in traditional Indian sweets and desserts.
• Experience in high-volume hotel, resort, or banquet operations.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute dessert menus for buffets, banquets, and events.
• Manage production volumes, inventory, and portion control for Halwai section.
• Train and guide junior kitchen team members in traditional methods and recipes.
• Coordinate with Executive Chef and banquet team for event requirements.

Skills

Traditional Indian desserts

Dessert production

Menu development

Training juniors

Education

Culinary education in Indian sweets

Job description

Company Description

Treat Hotels & Resorts is an established hospitality brand from the Mundra Group, focused on creating thoughtfully designed destinations that deliver memorable guest experiences. With a strong presence across Western India, including Gujarat and Maharashtra, the brand operates 800+ keys in locations such as Silvassa, Gholvad, Nashik, Thane, and Daman. Treat is a preferred partner for destination weddings, MICE events, corporate retreats, and leisure travel, supported by expansive venues and attentive service. Its properties highlight local heritage, landscapes, and traditions, offering guests immersive, destination-led stays. The brand is now expanding into key Northern Indian locations such as Kumbhalgarh, Jim Corbett, Udaipur, and Pushkar, strengthening its footprint in leisure and experiential travel markets.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Halwai Chef role based at Treat Hotels & Resorts in Kumbhalgarh. The Halwai Chef will be responsible for preparing a wide range of traditional Indian sweets and desserts, ensuring consistent taste, presentation, and quality in line with brand standards. Day-to-day tasks include planning and executing dessert menus for buffets, banquets, and special events, managing production volumes, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards in the mithai and dessert section. The role involves coordinating with the Executive Chef and banquet team on event requirements, managing ingredients and inventory, and training and guiding junior kitchen team members in traditional methods and standard recipes. The Halwai Chef will also contribute to new product ideas and seasonal offerings that enhance guest experience and align with regional tastes.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in traditional Indian sweets and desserts, including preparation, finishing, and regional specialties.
• Experience in high-volume hotel, resort, or banquet operations, preferably in destination wedding or large event settings.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene practices, and kitchen sanitation standards, with the ability to implement and monitor compliance.
• Ability to manage production planning, portion control, and inventory for the Halwai section to minimize waste and ensure availability.
• Skill in menu development, including festive, seasonal, and regional dessert offerings that appeal to diverse guest profiles.
• Capability to lead and train junior staff, foster teamwork, and coordinate with culinary and service teams for smooth operations.
• Basic culinary education or certified training in Indian sweets and bakery/patisserie is preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and event days, and to be based on-site in Kumbhalgarh.
• Previous experience in reputable hotels or resorts and familiarity with destination wedding or MICE catering will be an advantage.