Head Baker

SKW Cafe; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local bakery in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Bakery Operations Manager to oversee daily production, manage a team of bakers, and ensure high-quality baked goods. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, a deep expertise in baking, and a passion for creating innovative recipes. This is a full-time role requiring attention to detail and adherence to food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills in a bakery setting.
• Deep knowledge of baking techniques, especially Croissant and Sourdough.
• Ability to maintain food safety standards and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production of baked goods, ensuring quality.
• Supervise and train the baking team.
• Create and adapt recipes based on demand.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Baking Expertise

Attention to Detail

Creativity

Organizational Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Job description

Overview

• Oversees a bakery's operations by managing staff
• Ensuring the quality and consistency of baked goods, developing and adapting recipes, and controlling inventory and costs.
• Key responsibilities include planning production, implementing food safety and hygiene standards, training and mentoring junior bakers, and collaborating with management on menu planning and special events.
• Possesses strong leadership, organizational, and baking skills, along with a deep understanding of industry trends and customer preferences.

Responsibilities

• Production Oversight: Lead the daily production of various baked goods, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
• Staff Management: Supervise, train, and mentor the baking team, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Recipe Development: Create and test new recipes, as well as adapt existing ones to meet customer demand and operational needs.
• Inventory & Cost Control: Manage ingredient inventory, place orders for supplies, and control costs to minimize waste.
• Food Safety & Quality: Implement and enforce strict food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring all products meet quality guidelines.
• Menu Planning: Collaborate with management to develop and plan menus, including seasonal offerings and items for special events.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure baking equipment is maintained, clean, and operating efficiently.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Leadership Skills: The ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Baking Expertise: Deep knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and processes for a wide range of products. Preferably in Croissant, Sourdough
• Attention to Detail: Precision in measuring, mixing, and decorating to ensure high standards of quality and presentation.
• Creativity: A passion for innovation and the ability to develop new and appealing recipes.
• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage schedules, inventory, and overall bakery operations.
• Food Safety Knowledge: Understanding and adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations.