Baker

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and scale ingredients according to recipes and production schedules
• Mix, knead, ferment, shape, and bake various types of bread and artisanal loaves
• Produce a range of pastries including cakes, tarts, puff pastries, and desserts
• Decorate pastries with professional finishing techniques (piping, glazing, garnishing)
• Operate bakery equipment such as mixers, sheeters, ovens, and proofers
• Maintain product quality, consistency, taste, texture, and appearance
• Ensure proper storage, labelling, and rotation of ingredients
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to food safety and hygiene standards
• Assist in creating new bakery and pastry products

Requirements

• Prior experience as a baker or pastry cook 
• Interest in bread and pastry craftsmanship
• Ability to work shift schedules
• Good teamwork skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Keen attention to detail, quality, and presentation
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards