Demi Chef (Pastry Section)

Job Description

Title: Demi Chef (Pastry Section)

Company Name: Navana Foods Ltd.

Vacancy: 02

Age: At least 20 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Bakery (Cake, Biscuit, Bread)

SSC/ HSC

Diploma/Certificate in Bakery & Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or relevant culinary training.

Certified Demi Chef/Pastry qualification will be preferred.

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Bakery (Cake, Biscuit, Bread)

• Age At least 20 years

• Experience in a reputed bakery, hotel, restaurant, café, or food production environment will be preferred.

• Strong practical knowledge of pastry and bakery production.

• Good knowledge of inventory control and wastage management.

• Ability to lead, train, and motivate junior team members.

• Friendly and cooperative attitude with strong teamwork skills.

• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet production requirements.

• Creative, passionate, and committed to maintaining high-quality pastry products

Navana Foods operates in the food industry and owns the Gloria Jean’s Coffees franchise in Bangladesh, along with its premium bakery brand, La Tarte Bakery & Pastry.

La Tarte is looking for a creative, passionate, and skilled Demi Chef to join its Pastry Section and contribute to producing high-quality Pastry products.

• Supervise and execute daily pastry production according to standard recipes and SOPs.

• Ensure consistent taste, texture, portion, finishing, and presentation of pastry products.

• Perform cake decoration, frosting, glazing, plating, and other finishing activities professionally.

• Lead, guide, and train Commis 1, Commis 2, and Commis 3 team members.

• Support the Pastry Chef/CDP in maintaining a smooth and efficient workflow.

• Ensure proper hygiene, sanitation, and food safety practices at all times.

• Monitor ingredient usage, stock levels, and wastage; follow FIFO practices.

• Assist in daily production planning based on outlet demand.

• Properly operate and maintain bakery equipment such as ovens, mixers, chillers, and other equipment.

• Support the development of new team members through on-the-job training.

• Coordinate effectively with the La Tarte Production and Management Teams.

• Ensure all products meet La Tarte’s quality and production standards.

• Festival Bonus

• Career growth opportunities

• Friendly and professional working environment