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Chief Baker

Chief Baker

ConfidentialDelhi, India
8 days ago
Job description

Organization- Andaz Delhi

Summary

Operational

  • Ensure that all brand standards and bakery production guidelines are implemented and consistently maintained.
  • Work collaboratively with other culinary and service departments to support hotel operations and guest satisfaction.
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of bakery products, techniques, and industry trends, with a focus on artisan and locally sourced ingredients.
  • Inspect all incoming bakery-related products to ensure quality and compliance with receiving standards.
  • Oversee production schedules, mise-en-place, and supply requirements for the bakery.
  • Conduct regular yield and portion control tests to minimize wastage and ensure recipe accuracy.
  • Introduce new bakery products based on guest preferences and market demands while ensuring cost-effectiveness.
  • Monitor baking processes, portion sizes, and presentation to maintain consistency and efficiency.
  • Forecast bakery production needs and order ingredients in the right quantity and quality.
  • Enforce strict hygiene and sanitation standards across all bakery operations.
  • Provide courteous and professional service to both guests and internal stakeholders.
  • Address guest feedback or complaints related to bakery items promptly and effectively.

Administrative

  • Align bakery operations with the hotel's corporate strategy and departmental business plan.
  • Prepare and update the bakery operations manual and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Conduct daily and weekly briefings with the bakery team to ensure smooth communication and alignment.
  • Financial

  • Achieve productivity and cost-control targets through efficient labor management, scheduling, and resource allocation.
  • Monitor and control bakery-related food costs, wastage, and purchasing.
  • Embrace new baking technologies and equipment to increase productivity and reduce costs.
  • Implement bakery-specific cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
  • People Management

  • Recruit, train, and supervise bakery employees in line with competency-based hotel standards.
  • Oversee punctuality, grooming, and hygiene of bakery staff in accordance with Hyatt policies.
  • Prepare and post bakery work schedules aligned with business requirements.
  • Provide hands-on training, coaching, and mentoring to develop technical baking skills and efficiency.
  • Delegate responsibilities appropriately, ensuring employees are properly trained and resourced.
  • Conduct performance discussions and support staff development goals.
  • Encourage creativity and innovation in bakery product development while recognizing team contributions.
  • Ensure compliance with all hotel rules, fire safety, hazard safety, and security standards.
  • Other Duties

  • Attend training sessions and hotel meetings as required.
  • Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers, competitors, and industry partners.
  • Stay updated on bakery-related trends, technologies, and legislation on food safety.
  • Ensure personal presentation and grooming consistently meet Hyatt standards.
  • Adapt bakery operations in response to evolving guest preferences, market trends, and brand requirements.
  • Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by management.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications & Skills

  • Degree / Diploma in Bakery & Confectionery or Culinary Arts with a specialization in bakery.
  • Minimum 10 years of bakery experience in luxury hotels or artisan bakeries, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Expertise in artisan breads, rolls, viennoiserie, and specialty bakery items.
  • Strong understanding of fermentation, dough handling, and modern baking techniques.
  • Proven ability to manage bakery production at scale while ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and mentoring skills.
  • Ability to innovate while balancing guest satisfaction and cost-efficiency.
  • Proficiency in bakery management systems and MS Office; knowledge of Scala / Delphi systems preferred.
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    Skills Required

    Scala, Fermentation, Delphi, Ms Office

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