JOB DESCRIPTION - SWEET MAKER / HALWAI
Position
Sweet Maker / Halwai
Department
Kitchen / Food Production
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and skilled Sweet Maker / Halwai to prepare a wide variety of traditional Indian sweets and desserts. The candidate should have strong knowledge of ingredients, traditional sweet-making techniques, cooking temperatures, hygiene, quality control, and presentation.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare a variety of Indian sweets such as Gulab Jamun, Rasgulla, Rasmalai, Jalebi, Ladoo, Barfi, Peda, Kaju Katli, Kalakand, Halwa and other traditional sweets.
Prepare and handle ingredients including milk, khoya, sugar, ghee, flour, dry fruits, nuts, cream and other ingredients.
Follow recipes and maintain accurate ingredient proportions.
Prepare sugar syrup and maintain the required consistency.
Monitor cooking/frying temperature and cooking time.
Ensure consistent taste, texture, colour, quality and presentation.
Check the freshness and quality of raw materials before production.
Maintain proper hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment.
Follow food safety and workplace safety standards.
Minimize food wastage and maintain proper storage of ingredients and finished products.
Complete daily production requirements within the required time.
Assist in developing new sweets and improving existing recipes.
Handle sweet-making equipment, utensils, moulds and cooking machinery safely.
Coordinate with other kitchen staff during high-volume production and festivals.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the production area.
Requirements
Previous experience as a Sweet Maker / Halwai / Mithai Karigar preferred.
Strong knowledge of Indian sweets and traditional preparation methods.
Ability to prepare sweets in bulk quantities.
Good understanding of cooking temperatures, consistency and ingredient proportions.
Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
Good hand skills and attention to detail.
Physically fit and comfortable working for extended periods in a kitchen.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet production deadlines.
Preferred Experience
2-5 years of relevant experience in a sweet shop, hotel, restaurant, catering company or food production unit.
Working Conditions
Full-time kitchen-based role.
May require early morning starts, weekends, holidays and extended hours during festivals or high-demand periods.
Food and accommodation can be provided depending on employer requirements.
Experience
2 - 5 Years
No. of Openings
6
Education
10th Pass
Role
Sweets Chef
Industry Type
Hotel / Travel / Airline / Hospitality
Gender
Male
Age Limit
27 - 35 Yrs.
Job Country
India
Type of Job
Full Time
Work Location Type
Work from Office
Benefits include
Flexible Working Hours, Food/Meals, Accommodation