Crafting Culinary Memories at Cafe A2
Welcome to the heart and soul of Cafe A2! Founded with a vision to blend exquisite flavors with heartwarming experiences, our journey began in the vibrant neighborhood of Lake Town, Kolkata. At Cafe A2, we believe that food is not merely sustenance; it’s an art form that we passionately create and curate to elevate your moments.
With a team of dedicated chefs, baristas, and hospitality enthusiasts, we’ve woven together a tapestry of tastes that cater to every palate. From the robust aromas of our coffee creations to the symphony of spices in our Indian and Mumbai-inspired dishes, every offering tells a unique story.
Our mission extends beyond crafting delectable dishes. It’s about providing you with a space that resonates with warmth and togetherness. Whether you’re seeking solace, sparking conversations, or celebrating life’s milestones, our ambiance is designed to embrace every moment.
We take immense pride in using the finest ingredients, preparing each dish with precision, and serving you with genuine care. We consider our patrons as an extension of our family, and your satisfaction is our constant pursuit.
As we welcome you into the Cafe A2 family, we invite you to be a part of our culinary journey. Every visit is an opportunity to share in the magic we’ve cultivated – where every bite is a memory in the making. Thank you for joining us on this flavorful adventure.
Warm regards,
Anupriya Das
Founder, Cafe A2
Alok Kumar Das is a dedicated and well-organized bakery professional with a strong commitment to excellence and quality. Based in Dubai, UAE, Alok has amassed a wealth of experience and expertise in various roles within the baking industry. With a track record of improving efficiency, ensuring quality, and boosting sales, he is driven to contribute his skills to an independent bakery that emphasizes whole foods.
Alok’s skills and qualifications include a deep knowledge of food trends, proficiency in weights and measures, excellent math skills, strong communication abilities, and a solid problem-solving aptitude. He remains composed under pressure and has a knack for troubleshooting. Alok has worked in diverse roles, ranging from a demonstrator to a sales specialist, showcasing his adaptability and multifaceted expertise.
Experience Highlights:
Sales Specialist – Grand Mills (Agthia Group) (12/2016 – 04/2017, Dubai, UAE)
In this role, Alok served as a bakery Technical Specialist supporting the sales team. His responsibilities included conducting trials at customer sites to ensure product acceptance, addressing quality assurance issues at customer bakeries, supporting sales planning and opportunity identification, providing training for customer bakers, and collaborating with various channels, such as QSR, in-store, and industrial bakeries.
Demonstrator – Seville Products LLC (IFFCO Ingredients) (2012 – 2016, Dubai, UAE) and (2018 – 2022, Dubai, UAE)
Alok played a vital role as a demonstrator in Seville Products, working closely with the commercial team to grow and develop sales opportunities. He offered technical advice and solutions to bakery customers, ensuring their needs were met by leveraging the company’s expert support teams in R&D and QA. He acted as a liaison between customers and internal QA and operations teams, fostering strong relationships and meeting specific customer requirements. Alok also provided internal training to the sales team.
Bakery Supervisor – Lulu Hypermarket, Al Ajman, (EMKE) (01/2006 – 01/2007, Dubai, UAE)
As a bakery supervisor, Alok managed the entire bakery operation, including ensuring product availability, quality control, ordering ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, managing staff schedules, and meeting daily production targets. He supervised a team of three supervisors and 38 staff members, including counter staff. Alok also took on responsibilities such as training new staff and conducting regular meetings with the team and store managers.
Trainee Confectioner/Baker – Hot Bread, Chennai, India (01/1999 – 01/2000)
At the beginning of his career, Alok worked as a trainee confectioner and baker, learning the fundamentals of baking, including preparing ingredients, shaping dough, setting oven temperatures, and applying glazes and toppings. This early experience laid the foundation for his successful journey in the bakery industry.
Alok’s extensive experience showcases his ability to manage bakery operations, ensure product quality, and provide technical expertise to customers. His commitment to learning and improvement, along with his track record of success, makes him a valuable asset to any bakery looking to uphold high standards and drive sales growth.
Demonstrator at Seville Products spanning from 2018 to 2022
Exhibiting a pronounced emphasis on staying updated with evolving food trends, he demonstrates exceptional proficiency in weights and measurements, adept mathematical skills, and strong communication prowess. His prowess as a reliable problem solver is evident, maintaining a poised disposition even amidst high-pressure situations. His professional trajectory encompasses a tenure as a Demonstrator at Seville Products spanning from 2018 to 2022, where an extensive grasp of product knowledge was showcased.
Additionally, he assumed the role of a Sales Specialist at Grand Mills (Agthia Group), specializing in extending bakery technical support. This encompassed skillful execution of trials at customer sites, adeptly resolving quality assurance issues, and collaborative efforts with the Sales team to identify opportunities across diverse sales channels encompassing QSR, in-store, and industrial domains.
His expertise further flourished as a Demonstrator at Seville Products LLC (Iffco Ingredients), involving close collaboration with both commercial and operations teams to offer valuable technical insights and solutions catering to bakery clientele. As a bridge between customers and internal departments, he ensured seamless alignment of customer requirements while also facilitating internal training interventions to enhance the skill set of the sales team.
