Indian Baker - Bakery, Snacks, and Sweets at Food World Plus — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description Indian Baker – Bakery, Snacks, and Sweets Location: Food World Plus Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 At Food World Supermarket , our multi-cuisine concept brings the world’s best tastes together under one roof. Quality ingredients, expert chefs, and diverse menus combine to create a vibrant and welcoming food destination. Our mission is to be a trusted choice for our community by delivering a true taste of home through multi-ethnic international delights. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Baker specializing in Indian Bakery & Snacks with strong expertise in Indian mithai (sweets), traditional savory snacks, and baked goods. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in bulk production, consistency in taste, and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene in a fast-paced retail environment. Key Responsibilities 1. Indian Sweets & Snacks Production Prepare and oversee production of traditional Indian sweets (mithai), bakery items, and savory snacks. Ensure consistency in taste, texture, sweetness levels, and presentation. Maintain proper techniques for sugar syrup, khoa preparation, dough handling, and frying. Standardize recipes, portion sizes, and spice levels. Introduce new snack varieties and fusion items based on customer preferences. 2. Menu Development & Festive Planning Develop seasonal and festive offerings (Diwali, Eid, weddings, special events). Create gift packs, snack combos, and festive hampers. Incorporate regional Indian specialties (Gujarati, Punjabi, Rajasthani, South Indian). Maintain balance between innovation and authenticity. 3. Kitchen Operations Manage daily production, including batch planning and scheduling. Monitor ingredient inventory (milk, sugar, ghee, dry fruits, flours, spices). Ensure proper storage, FIFO practices, and waste control. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in production areas. Ensure proper use of baking and frying equipment. 4. Team Leadership & Training Supervise and train kitchen staff and assistants. Ensure adherence to standard recipes and hygiene protocols. Coordinate workflow during peak and festive seasons. 5. Compliance & Food Safety Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards. Monitor shelf life and freshness, especially for milk-based products. Maintain proper temperature control and safe handling practices. 6. Customer Experience Ensure attractive display of sweets and snacks. Maintain high standards of packaging and labeling. Support sampling and promotional activities. Uphold brand quality and presentation standards. Qualifications & Requirements Proven experience as a Baker, Sous Chef, Head Sweet Maker (Halwai), or Production Supervisor in Indian bakery, snacks, and mithai. Strong expertise in Indian sweets, savory snacks, deep-frying techniques, and baking. Experience in bulk production for retail or catering environments. Knowledge of regional Indian recipes. Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Culinary or baking certification is an asset. Key Competencies Attention to detail Quality control mindset Time and production management Team leadership and coordination Creativity in festive presentation Passion for authentic Indian cuisine Why Join Food World Supermarket? One of the largest grocery retail operations (176,000 sq. ft.) Career advancement within a dynamic retail organization Make a real impact in delivering quality food and service to the community