Baker Job

LOCATION: MIDGARD LODGE

GRADE: C1

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 3

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To deliver quality, presentation and preparation of baked goods and pastries through innovative and varied menu planning, preparation, training, maintenance of equipment contributing new-to-world culinary experiences in line with quality standards and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE :

• Grade 12.
• Previous experience as a Baker in 4* or 5* hotel operations
• Computer literate
• Knowledge in confectionery and desserts making.
• Sound knowledge of ingredients used for baking, the using of machine and equipment, production processes of bread, muffin, and pastries as well as simple cakes, quality control, cost control.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, pastry arts, and dessert presentation.
• HACCP trained.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Manage the bakery section for optimum production, quality, and taste.
• Deliver products of the highest quality in terms of freshness, taste, and consistency
• Works with the Pastry Chef to ensure mise en place is completed for the section to the required standards within the given time.
• Ensure that all dishes are correctly garnished, have the correct portion and sized and are presented on the prescribed, serving dish in the prescribed manner.
• Ensures that all items of equipment, which has been used, are correctly stored after they have been cleaned.
• Create and update the baking and pastry menu in collaboration with the Pastry Chef, bakery products.
• Inform Pastry Chef on ingredient orders, maintains par stock levels and accepts and stores food deliveries according to SOPs.
• Maintains proper working order and cleanliness of all mixers and ovens and communicates any breakdowns or abnormalities to the appropriate team members.
• Adhere to HACCP regulations concerning health, safety, or other compliance requirements, as well as brand standards and HACCP policies and procedures.
• Champion the identification and reporting of hazards, evaluation or risks, and design and implementation of hazard and control measures.
• Performs order placing for following days activities.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Lives the O&L Values
• Leads Growth
• Takes Bold Stands
• Causes Alignment
• Being Authentic
• Inspires Innovation
• Deliver Extraordinary results

CLOSING DATE: 21 March 2024

O&L - a Great Place to Work.

Applicants meeting our requirements are invited to apply. O&L Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requisition ID: 3835