Responsibilities
- Assist Sous Chef in planning food budgets and forecasts for the Bakery Kitchen.
- Schedule and coordinate the work of chefs to keep food preparation on time and within budget.
- Interview, train, supervise, coach, counsel, and discipline all employees in the department in conjunction with HR and the Executive Head Chef.
- Produce all pastry goods from scratch as required by the menu.
- Design and develop detailed food specifications.
- Uphold departmental standards of quality and timing for delivery.
- Train chefs and assistants in relevant aspects of pastry.
- Assist the Executive Head Chef in developing standard recipes and techniques for goods preparation and presentation; help assure consistency and manage food cost down to the component level.
- Assist in ordering food ingredients in line with product specifications.
- Participate in all stock inventories.
- Manage and maintain standard work practices and operating procedures for all equipment.
- Ensure all kitchen equipment is correctly used, cleaned, and maintained.
- Attend management meetings on behalf of the team.
- Liaise with the Executive Head Chef on customer satisfaction to enable continuous improvement.
- Manage relationships with ingredient suppliers.
- Interact in a positive manner with employees and managers in other departments to maintain good inter‑departmental communication.
- Manage all HACCP requirements in line with company procedures.
- Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and policies.
- Prevent unauthorized personnel from entering the food preparation area.
- Ensure a safe workplace by identifying hazards and taking corrective action.
Qualifications
- 5–7 years of experience in Bakery / Bread production.
- A strong desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast‑paced customer‑service environment.
- Capability of producing a consistent product in a timely manner.
- Strong training and communication skills.
- Culinary education (BHM / equivalent) preferred.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other and Production
Industries: Hospitality, Retail, Hotels & Motels