Baker and Confectioner

Job Title: Baker and a Confectioner

Location: East Rand, Gauteng.

Salary:
Market-related

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Baker-Confectioner to join our dynamic supermarket team.

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a commercial baker or confectioner in a retail SPAR supermarket,

• Strong understanding of bread, rolls, pastries, cakes, doughs, and other baked/confectionery goods.

• Ability to follow recipes precisely and ensure consistent quality and portion control.

• Skilled in operating ovens, mixers, proofers, dough sheeters, and other bakery equipment.

• Food Safety & Hygiene:
  Knowledge of principles, food handling, and hygiene standards.

• Able to work weekends, early shifts, and manage time efficiently to meet daily production schedules.

• Skill in decorating cakes and pastries, including piping, glazing, and finishing techniques.

• Comfortable standing for long periods and lifting bags of flour or trays of products.

• Daily Production:
  Prepare and bake breads, rolls, pastries, cakes, and confectionery products in line with store requirements.

• Recipe Compliance:
  Follow standard recipes and portion sizes to maintain consistent product quality.

• Display & Presentation:
  Decorate and arrange baked goods attractively to enhance sales.

• Stock Monitoring:
  Manage ingredients, baking supplies, and stock rotation (FIFO) minimize waste.

• Equipment Care:
  Clean and maintain baking tools and machinery according to health and safety.

• Compliance:
  Ensure all baking activities comply with food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.