Junior Sous Chef (Bakery and Pastry)

Hilton; Goa; On-site; INR 391,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton India Goa is seeking a Junior Sous Chef (Bakery and Pastry) to lead pastry production and craft dessert experiences that reflect Hilton’s hospitality standards.

You will collaborate with the Master Pastry Chef to develop seasonal menus, ensure HACCP compliance, and mentor junior staff while delivering memorable guest experiences in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduate
• 2-3 years as a Pastry Chef in a 4/5-star hotel or restaurant
• Technical education in hospitality or culinary school
• Knowledgeable in HACCP
• International work experience and experience with international chain hotels

Responsibilities

• Assist pastry operations: responsible for the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, cost controls, and profitability
• Enhance menu offerings: collaborate with Master Pastry Chef and F&B Director to develop new pastry offerings and seasonal menus
• Delight guests: engage with guests and clients to assess satisfaction and implement improvements to pastry experience
• Monitor financial performance: assist with budget management, forecasting, and reporting to meet financial targets
• Ensure operational efficiency: oversee pastry kitchen systems, processes, and workflows
• Inspire and develop the team: support team, monitor performance, coach junior staff
• Ensure regulatory excellence: uphold health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations

Skills

Pastry chef experience

Menu development

HACCP knowledge

International work experience

Experience with international chain/h

Education

High school diploma

Culinary school training

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! You'll be the mastermind behind our mouth-watering pastries and treats. As a

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! You'll be the mastermind behind our mouth-watering pastries and treats. As a Junior Sous Chef (Bakery and Pastry), you’re not just creating show‑stopper desserts – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Assist pastry operations: Responsible for the preparation and production of pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, cost controls, and overall profitability
• Enhance menu offerings: Partner with the Master Pastry Chef and Food and Beverage Director to develop new pastry offerings and seasonal menus based on current food trends and regional tastes
• Delight our guests: Engage with guests and clients to assess satisfaction, address concerns, and implement improvements to enhance the pastry experience.
• Monitor financial performance: Assist with the budget management, forecasting, and reporting to ensure financial targets are met and pastry operations align with the hotel’s goals
• Ensure operational efficiency: Oversee pastry kitchen systems, processes, and workflows to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Inspire and develop the team: Support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching to junior staff, and foster a positive and productive work environment
• Ensure regulatory excellence: Uphold compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, fostering a culture committed to the highest standards of guest and team member well‑being

Qualifications

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

In Addition, This Role Requires The Following Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate
• 2-3 years as a Pastry Chef in a 4 / 5-star category hotel or individual restaurants with high standards
• Technical education in hospitality or culinary school preferred
• Knowledgeable in HACCP
• International work experience
• Work experience in a similar capacity with international chain hotels

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