Binod Bhandari
Kathmandu,Nepal
Summary
Dynamic Pastry Chef with over 14 years of experience in high-volume bakeries, specializing in innovative dessert creations and operational excellence. Proven track record of enhancing quality and driving customer satisfaction through meticulous pastry development and effective team leadership. Adept at managing kitchen inventory and training junior staff, resulting in improved performance and increased guest satisfaction scores. Committed to maintaining exceptional quality control standards while fostering a collaborative team culture.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Bakery Chef
Whisk Bakery
Kathmandu, Nepal
01.2022 - Current
- Led pastry production, ensuring top-quality products and consistency
- Innovated recipes, expanding product range and customer engagement
- Managed inventory, optimizing cost control and minimizing waste
- Developed promotional strategies, driving sales
- Trained and supervised junior staff
Head Pastry Chef
Panya: The Bakery
Kathmandu, Nepal
07.2016 - 12.2021
- Directed pastry kitchen operations, ensuring health and safety compliance
- Created seasonal menu items, increasing customer satisfaction and revenue
- Conducted quality assurance checks
- Addressed customer feedback, improving loyalty
- Spearheaded bakery events and promotions
Pastry Chef
Baker’s Den
Kathmandu, Nepal
04.2010 - 06.2016
- Crafted diverse pastries and desserts
- Collaborated on menu development and new product launches
- Enhanced workflow efficiency
- Maintained kitchen organization and food safety standards
- Engaged with customers to adapt products
Education
Food Safety Certification -
01.2021
School Leaving Certificate (SLC) -
Harmichaur MA VI
Gulmi, Nepal01.2008
Food and Beverage Department Trainee -
Hyatt Regency
Kathmandu, Nepal01.2007
Skills
- Expert pastry and bakery techniques
- Team leadership and development
- Creative recipe innovation
- Inventory and supply chain management
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Product presentation
- Pastry preparation
- Ingredient selection
- Decorating skills
- Cake personalization
Certification
- Food and Beverage Department Trainee, Hyatt Regency, Kathmandu, Nepal, 07
- Food Safety Certification, 21
Languages
Nepali
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Core Competencies
- Expert pastry and bakery techniques
- Team leadership and development
- Creative recipe innovation
- Inventory and supply chain management
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Multilingual (Nepali, English, Hindi)
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head Bakery Chef
Whisk Bakery
01.2022 - Current
Head Pastry Chef
Panya: The Bakery
07.2016 - 12.2021
Pastry Chef
Baker’s Den
04.2010 - 06.2016
Food Safety Certification -
School Leaving Certificate (SLC) -
Harmichaur MA VI
Food and Beverage Department Trainee -
Hyatt Regency
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