Baker - Bread and Pastry Production

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 31,248 - 46,872; Full time

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim in Dubai is seeking a Baker - Bread and Pastry Production to support bakery operations in a busy hypermarket environment. You will prepare bread, pastries, and other baked goods, following production sheets and recipes to ensure consistency and freshness.

The role requires 1–2 years of bakery experience, practical knowledge of mixing, shaping, proofing, and baking, and the ability to maintain food safety standards in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years of bakery experience.
• Experience preparing bread, pastries, and other baked goods.
• Ability to read production sheets and follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bread, rolls, pastries, and other bakery items according to production sheets and recipes.
• Measure, mix, knead, shape, proof, bake, cool, and finish products using approved methods.
• Transform raw ingredients into finished bakery products while maintaining quality.
• Follow daily production plans and adjust quantities based on stock and demand.
• Monitor temperatures, proofing times, and product quality throughout production.
• Operate ovens and bakery equipment safely and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Bread prep

Pastry production

Oven operation

Food safety

Customer service

Stock rotation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baker - Bread and Pastry Production Job Snapshot

Role: Baker - Bread and Pastry Production

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Supermarkets

Function: Food Preparation-Cooking

Experience: 1-2 years

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Baker - Bread and Pastry Production in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Supermarkets opportunity for a skilled bakery professional with experience preparing bread, pastries, and other fresh baked products. Majid Al Futtaim is hiring a dependable baker to support daily hypermarket bakery production, maintain product freshness, serve customers, and follow established food safety and hygiene controls. The position requires practical baking knowledge, accurate use of production sheets, safe equipment operation, and the ability to maintain consistent quality during busy retail trading periods.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Industry: Supermarkets

Function: Food Preparation-Cooking

Salary: 2800-4200 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the city; please confirm the final offer with the employer)

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Context

The Baker - Bread and Pastry Production supports the preparation, presentation, and availability of fresh bakery products within the hypermarket. The role transforms raw ingredients into finished and semi-finished items while following approved recipes, production schedules, portion standards, and operating procedures. By maintaining reliable production levels, attractive displays, and clean work areas, the baker contributes to food quality, customer satisfaction, waste control, and the overall performance of the bakery section.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare bread, rolls, pastries, and other bakery items according to production sheets, recipes, and standard operating procedures.
• Measure, mix, knead, shape, proof, bake, cool, and finish products using approved methods.
• Transform raw ingredients into finished and semi-finished bakery products while maintaining consistent taste, texture, size, and appearance.
• Follow daily production plans and adjust quantities based on stock levels, customer demand, and supervisor instructions.
• Monitor baking temperatures, proofing times, mixing cycles, and product quality throughout production.
• Arrange bakery products in display counters according to freshness, presentation, and merchandising standards.
• Replenish bread and pastry displays throughout the trading day to maintain suitable availability.
• Rotate stock correctly and remove products that are expired, damaged, stale, or below quality standards.
• Record waste and production variances accurately according to section procedures.
• Assist customers with questions about ingredients, product varieties, availability, and suitable choices.
• Provide friendly, prompt, and professional service during all customer interactions.
• Promote current bakery offers and recommend complementary products when appropriate.
• Operate ovens, mixers, proofers, dough sheeters, scales, trays, and other bakery tools safely.
• Clean and sanitise bakery equipment before, during, and after production.
• Maintain high cleanliness standards in preparation areas, counters, freezers, chillers, and storage spaces.
• Store ingredients, dough, finished products, and packaging materials under the correct conditions.
• Follow food handling, personal hygiene, allergen control, temperature control, and cross‑contamination prevention requirements.
• Dispose of food waste safely and keep waste areas organised.
• Report defective equipment, ingredient shortages, safety concerns, and quality issues to the supervisor.
• Support colleagues during high production volumes and peak customer periods.
• Participate in training and professional development activities to improve baking techniques and operational knowledge.
• Follow company policies, management instructions, and internal compliance procedures.

Ideal Profile

• Minimum one to two years of experience as a baker, bakery assistant, pastry worker, or food production employee.
• Practical experience preparing bread, pastries, dough products, or similar baked goods.
• Familiarity with mixing, kneading, proofing, shaping, baking, cooling, and product finishing processes.
• Experience in a supermarket, hypermarket, commercial bakery, hotel, restaurant, or food production facility is preferred.
• Basic English reading, writing, and interpretation skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent qualification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to read production sheets, recipes, labels, and basic operating instructions.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, stock rotation, and product storage practices.
• Ability to operate bakery tools and equipment safely.
• Strong attention to measurements, timing, temperature, freshness, and product appearance.
• Good organisational and multitasking skills.
• Able to maintain concentration and accuracy during high-volume production.
• Comfortable working in warm bakery areas, chilled storage spaces, and fast‑paced retail environments.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods and handle ingredients, trays, and bakery equipment.
• Effective listening skills and willingness to follow supervisor instructions.
• Able to work cooperatively with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, public holidays, and early morning schedules.

Skills Set

• Bread preparation
• Pastry production
• Dough mixing
• Dough kneading
• Dough shaping
• Proofing
• Oven operation
• Baking temperature control
• Recipe compliance
• Production sheet interpretation
• Ingredient measurement
• Product finishing
• Bakery display
• Stock replenishment
• Freshness control
• Stock rotation
• Waste recording
• Food safety
• Personal hygiene
• Equipment sanitation
• Allergen control
• Cross‑contamination prevention
• Chiller storage
• Freezer storage
• Customer service
• Product recommendations
• Multitasking
• Quality inspection