Chandu Sekhar
@chandusekhar
Pastry & Bakery Chef with 15+ years delivering product innovation, cost control, and team training.
What I'm looking for
I am a Pastry & Bakery Chef with over 15 years' experience across India and the Middle East, specializing in product development, menu innovation, large-scale production and boutique bakery operations. I have a proven track record in standardizing recipes and SOPs, reducing food costs, and training teams to deliver consistent, high-quality baked goods and desserts.
I have led bakery applications and demonstrations for manufacturers and retail, collaborated on oven and product innovation, and successfully implemented hygiene and quality standards while managing production workflows. My career highlights include measurable waste reduction, regional bakery leadership, and recognition in culinary competitions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Pastry & Bakery Chef
Micks Ingridents
Apr 2025 - Present (7 months)
Developed and standardized pastry applications and SOPs across product ranges to ensure consistency and client satisfaction for multiple bakeries.
Freelance Pastry Chef
Freelance Chef
Jan 2021 - Mar 2025 (4 years 2 months)
Designed and standardized bakery products and SOPs for multiple bakeries and collaborated with equipment partners for product innovation and demonstrations.
Bakery Applications Chef
3F Fuji Foods
May 2017 - Nov 2020 (3 years 6 months)
Developed and standardized pastry applications across product ranges to ensure consistency and improve client satisfaction.
Bakery Applications Lead
Cremica Food Industries Limited
Nov 2016 - May 2017 (6 months)
Led bakery applications across South India, conducting product training and demonstrations to drive adoption and maintain quality standards.
Production Manager
One Zone Factory
Dec 2015 - Oct 2016 (10 months)
Managed production operations to ensure smooth workflow and maintained product quality control across bakery production lines.
Bakery CSM
More Hypermarket
Oct 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year)
Oversaw bakery department operations, drove sales and improved customer satisfaction through department management and staff supervision.
Pastry Department Manager
Pranav Foods
Apr 2013 - Sep 2014 (1 year 5 months)
Managed the pastry department, optimized food costing and reduced waste by 15% while assisting the executive chef with product development.
Pastry Supervisor
Ganache
Sep 2010 - Oct 2012 (2 years 1 month)
Oversaw pastry department operations in Jeddah, implemented new menus and controlled costs to maintain high product standards.
Pastry Supervisor
Daily Bread
Apr 2010 - Jul 2010 (3 months)
Supervised pastry operations, introduced new products and trained staff in modern techniques while managing daily rosters.
Market Analyst & Chef
RICHS Non-Dairy Whip Topping
May 2006 - Nov 2009 (3 years 6 months)
Conducted market analysis and introduced innovative food trends while maintaining high standards of hygiene and quality.
Pastry Cook
Saudi Arabian Airlines Catering
May 2004 - Oct 2005 (1 year 5 months)
Prepared desserts, pastries, and bakery items under supervision, maintaining consistency and high quality in large-scale catering.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Indian Institute of Hotel Management and Culinary Arts
Diploma in Hotel Management & Culinary Arts, Hotel Management & Culinary Arts
2004 - 2004
Completed a Diploma in Hotel Management & Culinary Arts in 2004 focusing on culinary skills and hotel operations.
American Hotel & Lodging Association
Certificate in Food Production Principles, Food Production
2004 - 2004
Completed a Certificate in Food Production Principles in 2004 covering foundational food production techniques and standards.
State Board of Technical Education and Training, Hyderabad
Certificate in Food Production, Food Production
2004 - 2004
Earned a Certificate in Food Production in 2004 with focus on practical culinary and production skills.
SETWIN, Hyderabad
Diploma in Hotel Management, Hotel Management
2000 - 2000
Completed a Diploma in Hotel Management in 2000 covering hospitality operations and management fundamentals.
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