PASTRY CHEF/ BAKER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Baking & Production

• Prepare, mix, and bake breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts according to recipes and standards.
• Ensure consistent quality, portioning, and presentation for all baked items.
• Experiment with new recipes and seasonal creations to enhance product offerings.
• Monitor oven temperatures, baking times, and consistency to achieve perfect results.

 Decoration & Presentation

• Decorate cakes, pastries, and desserts attractively, keeping in mind customer appeal and branding standards.
• Maintain high standards for plating and presentation in both retail and bulk orders.
• Innovate with garnishes, glazes, and designs to create visually appealing products.

Inventory & Ingredient Management

• Check and manage inventory of raw materials and ingredients.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
• Place orders for baking supplies when needed and monitor usage trends.

 Hygiene & Safety Compliance

• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and workstations throughout the day.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations at all times.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of ingredients and finished products.

Teamwork & Training

• Collaborate with chefs, kitchen staff, and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Train and mentor junior bakers or assistants as required.
• Assist in coordinating kitchen workflow during peak hours to ensure timely product availability.

Customer Focus & Quality Assurance

• Monitor taste, texture, and appearance of baked goods to ensure premium quality.
• Adjust recipes or techniques based on customer feedback or special requests.
• Ensure that all products leaving the bakery meet brand and quality standards.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Certification in baking, pastry arts, or culinary studies.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a busy restaurant, bakery, or supermarket setting.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, dessert preparation, and confectionery.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a passion for creativity in baked goods.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on

recruitment@britesmanagement.com

• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.