Baker at Whassan Nigeria Limited

Job Summary

• We are currently seeking for a skilled Baker with expertise in baking different types of bread and a wide range of pastries, like cookies, cakes, and pies to join our team in Owerri, and showcase your culinary talents.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measuring flour and baking ingredients to prepare dough for various baked goods to suite client’s demand.
• Baking: Executing baking techniques to produce high-quality pastries.
• Recipe Adherence: Following recipes precisely to maintain consistency in flavour, presentation, and portion sizes.
• Food Safety: Adhering to sanitation and safety standards, including proper storage, handling, and temperature control to prevent foodborne illnesses.
• Menu Planning: Collaborating with the Campboss to plan and develop menus that meet customer preferences and dietary requirements.
• Inventory Management: Making requisition, Monitoring, and replenishing ingredient supplies, minimizing waste, and ensuring freshness.
• Quality Control: Inspecting food items for quality, taste, and appearance before serving to maintain high standards.
• Kitchen Organization: Maintaining an organized and clean workspace, including proper storage of utensils, equipment, and ingredients.
• Time Management: Efficiently managing baking time to ensure timely delivery of orders and a smooth kitchen operation.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinating with kitchen staff, such as sous chefs and assistants, to streamline tasks and maintain a harmonious working environment.
• Adaptability: Adapting to changes in menu, kitchen processes, and accommodating special dietary requests.
• Communication: Effectively communicating with colleague to facilitate a seamless flow of orders and information.
• Customer Interaction: Interacting with customers to understand preferences, handle special requests, and receive feedback.
• Problem Solving: Quickly addressing and resolving issues that may arise during pastry preparation or service.
• Continuous Improvement: Keeping abreast of culinary trends, experimenting with new recipes, and refining baking techniques to enhance skills.

Qualifications

• W.A.E.C. and other certificates in related fields
• At least 5 - 7 years of experience in the industrial catering industry.
• Experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef or similar role.
• Familiarity with all professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, blenders, and dough sheeters.
• Understanding of food safety practices
• Experience with cake decoration techniques.
• Excellent time-management skills
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Team spirit, with a customer-focused attitude
• Certification from a culinary school is a plus.
• Be proficient in all aspects of food hygiene and stock rotation.

Salary
Competitive.