Pastry Commis I

Kofteci-Foodkrafts-Private-Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Inc. Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Pastry Commis I to support the pastry team in preparing high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, and bakery products.

The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of pastry operations, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain consistent quality and presentation. You will handle mise en place, assist the Pastry Chef, manage portion sizes, ensure hygiene, follow safety standards, and collaborate with the team to meet production schedules

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of pastry/bakery operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of pastry and bakery preparation techniques.
• Experience in premium restaurants, hotels, or fine-dining establishments is preferred.
• Good understanding of dessert preparation, finishing, and presentation.
• Strong attention to detail and product consistency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, desserts, cakes, creams, sauces, and bakery products per recipes and standards.
• Handle daily pastry mise en place and production activities.
• Ensure accurate measurement and proper use of ingredients.
• Assist the Pastry Chef in developing and executing pastry products.
• Maintain consistency in taste, texture, quality, portion size, and presentation.
• Assist in dessert decoration, finishing, and plating.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and handling of ingredients and prepared products.
• Monitor the freshness and quality of raw materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the pastry section, workstations, and equipment.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and kitchen safety standards.
• Control wastage and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
• Support inventory checks and proper storage of pastry supplies.
• Coordinate with the pastry team to ensure smooth daily production.
• Follow production schedules and complete assigned tasks on time.
• Support the team during high-volume service, events, and special requirements.
• Maintain proper grooming and personal hygiene standards.
• Follow instructions and standards set by the Pastry Chef and management.

Skills

Pastry operations

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Time management

Food safety & hygiene

Job description

Department: Pastry / Bakery

Experience: 3-5 Years

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Pastry Commis I to support the pastry team in preparing high-quality pastries, desserts, cakes, and bakery products. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of pastry operations, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain consistent quality and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, desserts, cakes, creams, sauces, and bakery products as per recipes and standards.
• Handle daily pastry mise en place and production activities.
• Ensure accurate measurement and proper use of ingredients.
• Assist the Pastry Chef in developing and executing pastry products.
• Maintain consistency in taste, texture, quality, portion size, and presentation.
• Assist in dessert decoration, finishing, and plating.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and handling of ingredients and prepared products.
• Monitor the freshness and quality of raw materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the pastry section, workstations, and equipment.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and kitchen safety standards.
• Control wastage and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
• Support inventory checks and proper storage of pastry supplies.
• Coordinate with the pastry team to ensure smooth daily production.
• Follow production schedules and complete assigned tasks on time.
• Support the team during high-volume service, events, and special requirements.
• Maintain proper grooming and personal hygiene standards.
• Follow instructions and standards set by the Pastry Chef and management.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in pastry/bakery operations.
• Strong knowledge of pastry and bakery preparation techniques.
• Experience in premium restaurants, hotels, or fine-dining establishments is preferred.
• Good understanding of dessert preparation, finishing, and presentation.
• Strong attention to detail and product consistency.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Flexibility to work according to business and operational requirements.