Job Description

The

CDP Halwai

is responsible for preparing, supervising, and presenting high-quality Indian sweets, desserts, and confectionery items in the resort's kitchen. The role involves traditional sweet-making techniques, menu contribution, quality control, and ensuring guest satisfaction while maintaining hygiene and cost control standards.

Key ResponsibilitiesFood Preparation & Production

Prepare a wide range of Indian sweets and desserts (e.g., gulab jamun, rasgulla, peda, burfi, jalebi, laddoo, halwa, kheer, payasam, etc.). Develop and execute seasonal or festive sweet menus. Maintain authenticity in taste, texture, and presentation. Innovate new sweet/dessert items to add value to the resort's offerings.

Kitchen Management

Supervise commis chefs, helpers, and trainees in the halwai section. Plan production according to daily requirements, banquet orders, and special events. Monitor portion control and minimize wastage. Ensure ingredients are available and properly stored.

Quality & Hygiene

Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness. Follow FSSAI norms and resort's food safety guidelines. Regularly check the freshness and quality of ingredients like milk, ghee, sugar, dry fruits, etc.

Coordination & Service

Work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to meet guest expectations. Coordinate with banquet and restaurant teams for timely service. Take guest feedback on sweet preparations and make improvements.

Skills & Qualifications

Proven experience as a Halwai or Indian sweets chef in a hotel, resort, or mithai kitchen. In-depth knowledge of traditional Indian sweet-making techniques. Familiarity with modern dessert plating and presentation (preferred for resorts). Strong leadership and team supervision skills. Ability to handle bulk production as well as small-scale premium batches. Knowledge of costing, portioning, and inventory management.

Work Conditions

Based in resort. Requires flexibility for festivals, events, and banquets (long hours during peak demand). Physical stamina and ability to work in a hot kitchen environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person