Culinary Operations Manager

2 days ago

Pune, Maharashtra, India beBeeOperations Full time ₹ 8,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000

About Defence Bakery

Established in 1962, Defence Bakery stands as a revered pillar of the culinary landscape, renowned for its rich heritage and steadfast dedication to quality. As one of the oldest bakery, Patisserie, and Confectionery establishments, we take pride in our simple yet authentic approach to business, which has propelled us to consistent growth over the years.

We are deeply dedicated to fostering a sustainable community through our core values of innovation, a people-first approach, and excellent legacy products & services.

Job Summary

The Commis is responsible for preparing food and supporting the senior kitchen team in daily operations. This role requires a focus on quality, hygiene, and safety standards, contributing to an efficient, high-quality kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and review incoming bakery orders to plan shift operations efficiently.
  • Organize and execute mise en place for current and next shifts.
  • Coordinate with front-end and production teams to manage special/custom orders smoothly.
  • Prepare and maintain the Raw Material Indent Chart for the next day in coordination with the store.
  • Plan and delegate preparation tasks for the next shift to ensure seamless transitions.
  • Create and manage the duty roster for staff assigned to the shift.
  • Actively assist the Sous Chef in overseeing daily bakery kitchen operations.
  • Take charge of the bakery section in the absence of the Sous Chef, ensuring workflow continuity.
  • Ensure high levels of product quality, consistency, and hygiene are maintained at all times.
  • Monitor personal and work hygiene standards in compliance with food safety norms.
  • Complete the order sheet and hand over a detailed log report to the next shift incharge.
  • Ensure the standardization of bakery products by following recipes/specifications and planning for custom orders as per client requirements.
Requirements
  • Minimum 4-5 years of experience in a bakery or hotel kitchen environment, with supervisory experience.
  • Certification/Diploma in Bakery or Culinary Arts is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of bakery production processes, raw materials, and food safety standards.
  • Ability to lead a team and manage operations independently.
  • Excellent planning, communication, and coordination skills.
  • Flexible to work in rotational shifts, weekends, and holidays.
  • Familiarity with HACCP and standard hygiene protocols.

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