Culinary Specialist — Administration
Indian Institute for Human Settlements · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- On site
- Contract
- ₹600,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Prepare nutritious meals and bakery items.
- Ensure food safety and kitchen hygiene.
- Manage inventory and reduce food wastage.
- Supervise kitchen staff and operations.
- Support campus dining and events.
About the role
Culinary Specialist - Bakery Administration
The Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS) is seeking a qualified and experienced Culinary Specialist with expertise in bakery preparation to support campus dining operations. This role is crucial for preparing nutritious meals and bakery products for students, faculty, and staff, while upholding high standards of quality, hygiene, and kitchen efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Preparation and supervision of daily food production for campus dining facilities.
- Production of a variety of bakery and confectionery items, including breads, cakes, pastries, and desserts.
- Monitoring bakery production schedules to ensure timely availability of fresh products.
- Assistance in menu planning for balanced nutrition and variety.
- Maintaining consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
- Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (FSSAI and university guidelines).
- Inventory management, storage, and stock rotation using FIFO practices.
- Coordination with procurement for raw material planning.
- Supervision of kitchen assistants and support staff.
- Maintenance and upkeep of kitchen and bakery equipment.
- Implementation of cost control measures and minimization of food wastage.
- Support for university events, conferences, and special functions requiring food and bakery services.
Structure and Reporting
The Culinary Specialist will act as an External Consultant, coordinating with the Manager — Administration at IIHS. Collaboration with internal teams, external individuals/organisations, and students is expected.
Person Specification
- Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, or Bakery and Confectionery from a recognised institute.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in institutional catering, hotels, or large-scale food production.
- Practical knowledge of bakery production and bulk cooking operations.
- Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene practices.
- Ability to work in a structured institutional environment.
- Strong culinary and bakery preparation skills.
- Team supervision, coordination, time management, and production planning skills.
- Commitment to quality and service excellence.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
This is a contractual position for an initial term of 11 months, renewable upon mutual consent. It is an exclusive engagement, prohibiting other professional assignments that may cause a conflict of interest with IIHS.
Location
This position is based in Kengeri, Bengaluru, with potential travel to other locations in India.
Key skills/competency
- Culinary Specialist
- Bakery Production
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Menu Planning
- Kitchen Operations
- Staff Supervision
- Cost Control
- Event Support
- Institutional Catering
Skills & topics
- Culinary Specialist
- Bakery
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Management
- Institutional Catering
- Menu Planning
- Food Safety
- Hygiene
- Staff Supervision
- IIHS
- Bengaluru
- Hospitality
- Confectionery
- Contract
- Administration
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight bakery skills and institutional catering experience relevant to IIHS.
- Showcase culinary expertise: Emphasize your knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and menu planning.
- Demonstrate leadership: Provide examples of supervising kitchen staff and managing operations.
- Apply online: Submit your application promptly as the search remains open until filled.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in bulk cooking and quality control.
Technical preparation
Master bakery techniques and recipes.,Practice food safety and hygiene protocols.,Learn inventory and stock management.,Develop efficient bulk cooking skills.
Behavioral questions
Describe managing kitchen staff.,How do you ensure food quality?,Share experience with cost control.,How do you handle tight deadlines?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the employment type for the Culinary Specialist role at IIHS?
- The Culinary Specialist position at IIHS is a contractual engagement for an initial term of 11 months, with the possibility of renewal based on mutual consent.
- What qualifications are required for the Culinary Specialist position?
- An ideal candidate will have a Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, or Bakery and Confectionery, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience in institutional catering, hotels, or large-scale food production.
- What are the primary responsibilities of the Culinary Specialist at IIHS?
- Responsibilities include preparing meals and bakery items, managing kitchen operations, ensuring food safety and hygiene, inventory management, supervising staff, and supporting campus dining and events.
- Is there an opportunity for career growth with the Culinary Specialist role at IIHS?
- While this is an initial 11-month contractual role, it is renewable on mutual consent. Performance is subject to review, and gaining experience in an institutional setting can be valuable.
- What is the location for the Culinary Specialist job at IIHS?
- The Culinary Specialist position is based in Kengeri, Bengaluru, India, with potential travel to other locations within India.
- How does IIHS promote diversity in hiring for the Culinary Specialist role?
- IIHS is an equal opportunity employer that actively encourages applications from women, people with disabilities, and individuals from economically and socially excluded communities who possess the required skills and qualifications.
- What kind of bakery products is the Culinary Specialist expected to prepare?
- The role involves producing a variety of bakery and confectionery items such as breads, buns, cakes, pastries, cookies, and desserts to meet the campus's diverse requirements.
- Will the Culinary Specialist need to manage inventory at IIHS?
- Yes, managing inventory, storage, and stock rotation using First-In, First-Out (FIFO) practices is a key responsibility for the Culinary Specialist to ensure efficiency and minimize waste.