Crave by Leena | Bengaluru (On-site) | Full-time
About Crave by Leena
Crave by Leena is a premium plant-based patisserie in Bengaluru, specializing in vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-conscious desserts. Founded by internationally trained pastry chef Leena Mathai, we craft inclusive, high-quality desserts that allow everyone to celebrate without compromise.
Our clientele includes Boeing, Goldman Sachs, Sony, and Taj, and we are known for our craftsmanship, innovation, and operational excellence.
Role Overview
We are looking for a hands-on Bakery Sous Chef to oversee daily bakery operations, ensure exceptional product quality, maintain hygiene standards, lead and develop the bakery team, and contribute to ongoing R&D and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
• Plan and manage daily bakery production including cakes, pastries, and custom orders
• Ensure consistency, quality, and timely execution of all products
• Coordinate with sales, operations, and logistics teams for smooth order fulfillment
Quality, Hygiene & Compliance
• Maintain strict FSSAI-compliant hygiene and food safety standards
• Monitor kitchen cleanliness, safety practices, and SOP adherence
Team Leadership
• Lead, train, and mentor bakery staff
• Allocate tasks, manage schedules, and ensure team efficiency
Inventory & Reporting
• Manage inventory, raw materials, and control wastage
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production and wastage reports
Innovation & R&D
• Drive product development for new desserts, seasonal menus, and festive offerings
• Support innovation aligned with plant-based, health-conscious, and inclusive dessert concepts
Qualifications & Skills
• 5+ years of experience in bakery or pastry production, preferably in a leadership role
• Strong technical skills in fondant, buttercream, ganache, whipped cream, and pastries
• Proven leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Passion for plant-based, sustainable, and inclusive desserts
• BHM / Diploma in Hotel Management preferred
Why Join Us?
• Work with a premium, fast-growing plant-based dessert brand
• Opportunity to innovate and lead in a creative kitchen environment
• Be part of a mission-driven team that believes celebrations should be joyful and inclusive
✨ Join us and help make every celebration a moment of shared happiness