Sizzling culinary arts careers on the menu

SIZZLING CULINARY ARTS CAREERS ON THE MENU: ARE YOU GAME? THINK CULINARY ARTS, THINK COOKING. RIGHT? Well, not entirely. A culinary arts qualification can open up a host of options for you. Here's a look at the most sought-after careers. INR 225K INR 450K INR 675K INR 900K The Head Chef'is the boss of the kitchen. EXECUTIVE CHEF INR 900,000 The Sous Chef is the second-in-command & has multiple responsibilities. SOUS CHEF INR 475,000 Specializes in preparing desserts, and can work in restaurants or run his/ her own bakery shop. PASTRY CHEF INR 400,000 The Indian baking industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. It is going to reach 47 billion by 2015 with a YoY growth of ~20%. The patisserie and chocolate segment is growing at 15-18% and the bread segment is growing by 4-5%. I 5 - Dhiren Kanwar, Country Head, Puratos Indian Subcontinent Supervises the service of food and beverages, handles complaints, and ensures that the restaurant is running in accordance to labor laws and health regulations. FOOD SERVICE MANAGER INR 700,000 Includes the Head Barman, Bartender , Bar Manager, Bar Instructor and BAR Wine Waiter. MANAGEMENT INR 300,000 Works for a private employer, and enjoys flexibility and creative control over the menu. PERSONAL CHEF Depends on the employer Caters to schools, colleges, offices, and events like weddings and parties. PROFESSIONAL CATERING Industry statistics unavailable Is usually present in upscale restaurants. SOMMELIER WINE DIRECTOR WINE STEWARD INR 700,000 Wine sales in India continue to grow at 15-20% annually. - Sommelier India's print edition, Issue 1, 2015 Ensures that food is produced in a safe, legal, and quality manner. FOOD TECHNOLOGIST INR 400,000 Helps entrepreneurs to open or revive a restaurant, cafeteria, or hotel. RESTAURANT AND FOOD CONSULTANT Depends on the employer Crafts reviews of restaurants for blogs, travel guides, magazines, and newspapers. FOOD CRITIC Depends on the publisher Provides training to aspiring chefs and other food service professionals. TEACHER INR 400,000 THE INDIAN RESTAURANT INDUSTRY INR 75,000 crore in 2013 HIGHLY 16% FRAGMENTED The organized segment is rapidly growing at an annual rate of 16% and The Indian restaurant With 1.5 million industry is growing at an annual rate of 7% eating outlets, more than 3,000 outlets form the organized is expected to reach INR 22,000 crore by 2017 segment Quick Service 21.5% Restaurants 4675 cr 11.9% Casual Dining 2365 cr 12.3% Cafes 1265 cr 12.0% Fine Dining 1045 cr Pubs, Bars, Clubs and Lounges 11.0% Expected Growth Rate 963 cr Market Size (INR) The world of culinary arts is full of opportunities and it is up to the individual to make the most out of it. You could even become a cookbook writer, cookery show host, chef de partie, food photographer, recipe writer/editor, food stylist, a Sushi chef, or could even specialize in a particular cuisine - Italian, for instance. SOURCES http://www.payscale.com/research/IN/Job=Executive_Chef/Salary http://www.naukrihub.com/salary-in-india/hotel-management.html https://www.smergers.com/industry-watch/indian-restaurant-industry/ http://www.naukihub.com/salary-in-india/salary-of-restaurant-manager.html http://www.sommelierindia.com/blog/2014/12state_of_the_indian_wine_indus.html http://www.dnaindia.com/academy/report-steady-rise-in-demand-for-skilled-baking-chefs-2036980 AIMS http://www.theaimsacin/dualdegree.html