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Anurita Ghoshal

Mumbai

Summary

I'm a classically trained french pastry chef from Le Cordon Bleu Paris with over 10 years of work experience. I'm currently self employed, and run a boutique pastry kitchen studio in Mumbai, leading a team of 4 chefs.

Instagram : @eighthbychefanurita

www.eighthbyanurita.in

I have also worked on various consulting projects to help restaurants in the creation of dessert menus.

My passion lies in working with fresh seasonal ingredients and presenting pretty plates.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current
  • Cycled menus to keep offerings fresh and interesting for customers.
  • Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
  • Contributed to successful catering events by designing custom dessert menus tailored to specific client preferences.
  • Mentored junior staff members in pastry techniques, fostering a supportive work environment and increasing their skillsets.
  • Elevated the bakery''s reputation through participation in community events and culinary competitions showcasing artisanal pastries expertise.
  • Trained and mentored team of apprentice bakers to maintain product quality and restaurant reputation.
  • Trained new hires on proper techniques, safety protocols, and company policies, promoting a cohesive and efficient work environment.
  • Developed seasonal dessert offerings that incorporated fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, supporting sustainability efforts and showcasing regional flavors.

Consulting Chef

Out Of The Blue ( Le Sutra Hospitality)
10.2018 - 02.2020

Out of the Blue - one of Mumbais oldest standing restaurants started a new Deli - 'Deli by the Bleu' and i was responsible for creating a new line of desserts for them.

I sold the desserts under my name for over 2 yrs until the pandemic. I curated a line of healthy organic bakes for the Deli and introduced innovative seasonal and festive desserts at the time.

Consulting Pastry Chef

Uno Mas Resturant
07.2016 - 02.2020
  • Developed and created the dessert menu for the restaurant from its inception stage, Including the launch of the restaurant.
  • Developed menus for personalized creations for holidays, personal events.
  • Cycled menus to keep offerings fresh and interesting for customers.

Education

Diplome De Patisserie - Pastry Arts

Le Cordon Bleu
Paris
12.2018

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Mithibai College of Commerce
Mumbai, India
05.1992

Skills

  • Menu Planning
  • Recipe Development
  • Catering expertise
  • Plating
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Gluten-Free Baking Techniques
  • Seasonal Dessert Creation

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Best Home Baker of the year 2024 at the Restaurant Awards ( maharashtra , India )

https://www.restaurantindia.in/awards/mumbai/awards_winners_mumbai24.php

  • Have conducted baking classes and taught over 800 students across various levels of pastry making .
  • Conducted a Master Class for World on A Plate ( India's most Active Gourmet Community)
  • Invited to share my journey at the Entrepreneur start up Summit in 2018
  • Some media coverage below-

https://www.gqindia.com/live-well/content/5-best-home-bakers-in-mumbai-to-order-desserts-from-right-now

  • https://homegrown.co.in/homegrown-explore/420-munchies-12-of-bombays-most-gooey-delicious-brownies

Certification

  • Basic Patisserie , Le Cordon Bleu, Paris - 2013
  • Intermediate Patisserie , Le Cordon Bleu, Paris -2017
  • Superior Patisserie , Le Cordon Bleu, Paris- 2018

Timeline

Consulting Chef

Out Of The Blue ( Le Sutra Hospitality)
10.2018 - 02.2020

Consulting Pastry Chef

Uno Mas Resturant
07.2016 - 02.2020

Chef

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current

Diplome De Patisserie - Pastry Arts

Le Cordon Bleu

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Mithibai College of Commerce
Anurita Ghoshal