Pastry Commis

Larome; Mumbai; On-site; INR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

6 days working

Mentoring in pastry techniques

Job summary

Larome in Mumbai is seeking a passionate Pastry Commis to join the kitchen team. You will work with the Head Chef across all stages of production from mise en place to assembly, baking, and packaging.

This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring baker to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced artisanal bakery environment. Ideal candidates have a Diploma/Degree in Bakery & Pastry Arts, Hotel Management, or equivalent, with at least 1 year of baking experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Bakery & Pastry Arts, Hotel Management, or equivalent hands-on baking experience.
• 1 year of baking/pastry experience; fresh graduates welcome with strong foundational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily mise en place, measure ingredients, trim, pipe, and assemble pastry components.
• Assist in making cake bases, creams, ganaches, fillings, and specialty items.
• Bake and monitor cake tiers, sponge layers, and delicate pastries for consistency.
• Assist in basic cake assembly, layering, crumb coating, and smooth finishing; learn piping and glaze techniques.
• Inspect ingredients for freshness and quality; monitor stock levels and report inventory needs; follow FIFO for storage.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and hygiene, clean equipment, and dispose of waste per guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patisserie basics

Team player

Following recipes

Education

Diploma or Degree in Bakery & Pastry Arts or Hotel Management

Job description

We are looking for a passionate, detail-oriented, and reliable Pastry Commis to join our kitchen team. In this role, you will work closely with the Head Chef across all stages of productionfrom mise en place and base preparation to assembly, baking, and packaging.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic aspiring baker to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced artisanal bakery environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Kitchen Prep & Production

• Prepare daily mise en place, including measuring ingredients, trimming, piping, and assembling pastry components according to recipes.
• Assist in making cake bases, creams, ganaches, fruit fillings, and specialty items (e.g., Japanese cheesecakes, choux pastry, entremet inserts).
• Bake and monitor cake tiers, sponge layers, and delicate pastries to ensure consistency in taste, texture, and appearance.

Decorating & Finishing

• Assist in basic cake assembly, layering, crumb coating, and smooth finishing.
• Learn and assist with decorative work, including piping techniques, glaze applications, and handling delicate decor components.
• Quality Control & Inventory
• Inspect ingredients for freshness and quality upon arrival and during daily prep.
• Monitor stock levels of essential kitchen supplies, ingredients, and packaging materials; report inventory needs promptly.
• Assist in receiving, organizing, and properly storing raw materials following FIFO (First In, First Out) standards.

Hygiene & Kitchen Maintenance

• Maintain exemplary kitchen sanitation and hygiene standards at all times.
• Clean, wash, sanitize, and organize kitchen equipment, workstations, baking molds, and tools throughout the shift.
• Ensure proper waste disposal and adhere to all food safety guidelines.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Bakery & Pastry Arts, Hotel Management, or Culinary Arts (or equivalent hands-on baking experience).
• Experience: 01 year of baking/pastry experience. Fresh graduates and passionate beginners with strong foundational skills are welcome.

Skills:

• Fundamental understanding of baking science, measurements, and basic pastry techniques.
• Attention to detail.

Attitude:

• High level of discipline, punctuality, and eager willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow precise instructions and recipe ratios accurately.
• Positive team spirit and strong communication skills.

What We Offer

• Hands-on mentoring in fine pastry techniques and cloud kitchen operations.
• Creative, clean, and collaborative workspace.
• Opportunity to grow into a higher culinary role as the bakery expands.
• Flexible work hours
• 6 days working

Perks and benefits

Over time allowance, Festive Bonus