Bakery Supervisor

TECCODD; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Bakery Supervisor for mass cake and pastry production. The ideal candidate will manage a production team, ensure quality control, and oversee production processes. You should have over 5 years of experience as a cake and pastry chef and a proven track record in mass production settings. Opportunities for recipe development and continuous improvement will be part of your responsibilities, along with maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a cake and pastry chef.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or management role within a mass production environment.
• Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting production issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the bakery, ensuring efficient production schedules.
• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of bakers and production staff.
• Maintain high standards of quality for cakes and pastries.

Skills

Proficiency in large-scale baking equipment

Leadership and team management

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent professional training

Job description

The Bakery Supervisor for Mass Cake & Pastry Production will oversee and coordinate the production of cakes and pastries on a large scale. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a cake and pastry chef, with a proven track record in mass production settings. This role involves managing a team, ensuring quality control, optimizing production processes, and maintaining a high standard of product consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Management: Oversee the daily operations of the bakery, ensuring efficient production schedules and meeting production targets for cakes and pastries.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and motivate a team of bakers and production staff, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring adherence to production protocols.
• Quality Control: Maintain and enforce high standards of quality, ensuring that all cakes and pastries meet company specifications and customer expectations.
• Recipe and Process Development: Collaborate with R&D to develop and refine recipes and production processes for scalability and consistency.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, ensuring timely ordering and reducing waste.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure that all production processes comply with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve production issues promptly to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyze production processes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a cake and pastry chef, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role within a mass production environment.
• Skills: Proficiency in large-scale baking equipment and techniques, with a strong understanding of production workflows and quality control measures.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team effectively, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Education: Culinary degree or equivalent professional training in baking and pastry arts is preferred.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of baking techniques, ingredient functionalities, and food safety standards.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently.