Pastry Chef

Churchgate Hospitality Private Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchgate Hospitality Private Limited (CHPL) is seeking a Pastry Chef for our Mumbai kitchens to plan, prepare, and execute premium desserts, pastries and breads in line with each restaurant's brand identity. You will lead recipe development, oversee daily production, and ensure food safety and consistency across outlets.

Ideal candidates will bring strong bakery foundations, hands-on culinary skills, and experience in menu development for pastry items.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Bakery and Baking.
• Hands-on Culinary Skills and Cooking experience.
• Experience in menu development for pastry and desserts.
• Adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and execute high-quality desserts, pastries, breads and baked goods.
• Develop and test recipes aligned with brand identity and standards.
• Oversee daily production and manage inventory of baking ingredients.
• Coordinate with culinary and service teams for dessert menus and events.
• Train and mentor junior team members and maintain consistency in taste and presentation.

Skills

Bakery & Baking

Culinary Skills

Food Safety

Menu Development

Time Management

Teamwork

Mentoring Juniors

Communication

Formal Culinary Education

Education

Formal culinary or pastry education

Job description

Company Description

Churchgate Hospitality Private Limited (CHPL) is a hospitality-led brand house focused on building distinct, experience-first dining concepts. Each restaurant is rooted in culture, shaped by design, and brought to life through thoughtful service and strong culinary craft. The portfolio includes Nksha, an Art Deco-inspired North Indian fine dining space; Otoki, a classically Japanese dining experience focused on precision and authenticity; and Tamak, a bold, indulgent North Indian concept centered on warmth and social dining. CHPL approaches restaurant development as brand building rather than outlet expansion, ensuring each concept has a clear, memorable identity and guest experience. Team members join an environment that values creativity, quality, and consistent guest delight.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Pastry Chef role based in Mumbai. The Pastry Chef will plan, prepare, and execute high-quality desserts, pastries, breads, and baked goods aligned with each restaurant’s brand identity and standards. Responsibilities include developing and testing recipes, overseeing daily production, managing inventory of baking ingredients, and ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance. The role involves coordinating with the culinary and service teams to design dessert menus, support special events, and maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning. The Pastry Chef will also help train and guide junior team members, monitor kitchen efficiency, and contribute ideas to elevate the overall guest experience.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Bakery and Baking, with proven ability to produce a range of breads, pastries, desserts, and confections.
• Hands-on Culinary Skills and Cooking experience, with understanding of flavor pairing, texture, and presentation.
• Practical experience in Food Preparation, including mise en place, portion control, and adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Experience in menu development for pastry and desserts, with attention to brand alignment, seasonality, and cost control.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, manage multiple orders, and maintain quality under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and consistency.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with willingness to train and mentor junior staff.
• Formal culinary or pastry education or equivalent professional experience in a hotel, fine dining, or high-volume restaurant setting.