Chief Baker - 1U

Komugi (Multiple Reward Sdn Bhd); Selangor; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Chief Baker to lead the bakery kitchen with end-to-end responsibility for product, people, inventory, safety, and compliance. This role remains hands-on with the team and requires strong leadership and hands-on execution on the floor.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in bakery/culinary fields, at least 3 years in staff management, and relevant baking certifications or diplomas. Health and safety focus is essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in a related bakery/culinary field.
• At least 3 years of experience in staff management.
• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Baking, Pastry Arts, or Culinary Arts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the quality and presentation of all baked goods before display.
• Plan stock levels and monitor FIFO to avoid shortages/overstock.
• Lead and schedule staff, monitor performance, and cover gaps.
• Enforce outlet SOPs for baking temperatures and times.
• Maintain cleaning SOP and food safety practices per standards.
• Train new joiners and identify talent for development.
• Communicate with management and outlet manager promptly.
• Work hands-on on the floor alongside the team.

Skills

Staff management

Leadership

Communication

Team training

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Baking, Pastry Arts, or Culinary Arts

Tools

Microsoft Excel

RMS system

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

The Chief Baker is the head of the outlet's bakery kitchen and owns the end-to-end running of the kitchen — product, people, inventory, safety, and compliance — while remaining fully hands‑on with the team.

Key Responsibilities

Product Quality & Presentation

• Own the quality of semi‑finished and finished products, and the visual presentation/appearance of all baked goods leaving the kitchen.
• Conduct spot checks and final sign‑off before products are displayed or dispatched.

Inventory Management

• Plan and control ordering quantities and stock holding to avoid both shortages and overstocking.
• Monitor stock rotation (FIFO) and reconcile usage against production output.

Staff Management

• Manage staff working attitude, attendance, and follow‑through on assigned responsibilities.
• Observe staff capability and performance on an ongoing basis.
• Prepare the team's working schedule and ensure manning levels are never short‑staffed.
• Arrange emergency cover / recovery of manpower when a team member is suddenly unavailable.

Operational Control

• Exercise critical control over products and staff time management.
• Execute the outlet‑specific SOP for baking temperature and baking time without deviation.

Cleanliness & Food Safety

• Implement the kitchen cleaning SOP and food safety management practices, aligned with Central Kitchen standards.

Training & Talent Development

• Train, teach, and guide new joiners to ensure they follow the preset SOP.
• Observe and identify talent within the team and help uncover their potential/capabilities.

Communication & Reporting

• Follow up on and respond to all assignments/instructions from management and the outlet manager in a timely manner.

Hands‑On Execution

• Work alongside the team on the floor and undertake production duties as needed — this is a fully hands‑on role, not a supervisory‑only position.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience in a related bakery/culinary field.
• At least 3 years of experience in staff management.
• Candidates with a relevant bakery/culinary certification (Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Baking, Pastry Arts, or Culinary Arts) will be a strong advantage.
• Positive, solution‑oriented mindset; able to lead brief team brainstorms/huddles (e.g. weekly) to keep morale and ideas flowing.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the company's inventory/ordering/stock (RMS) system.
• Able to read and write in English at a working level.
• Certification in food safety management (Halal, HACCP, ISO or similar) and familiarity with their practical application is an advantage.
• Able to personally step in and cover a vacant team position in case of emergency.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?