Lead Baker: Master Fresh Pastries & Breads

Stream Empire Holdings

Kuala Lumpur

On-site

MYR 33,000 - 58,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Stream Empire Holdings Sdn Bhd, Asia’s leading retail and e-commerce network in activewear and lifestyle, seeks a Bakery Lead to supervise daily production, ensure quality, and drive efficiency in its Malaysian operations.

You will plan schedules, manage a bakery team, and uphold food safety and hygiene standards while contributing to product development and cost control.

Qualifications

Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Baker, Senior Baker, or Head Baker.
Experience in commercial or retail bakery, hotel, or F&B environment preferred.
Strong knowledge of bread, pastry, cake, dough preparation, proofing, and baking techniques.
Able to lead and manage a bakery team independently.
Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and quality control.
Willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the bakery team in daily production operations.
Plan and manage daily production schedules according to sales requirements.
Prepare and bake breads, pastries, cakes, and other bakery products according to company recipes and standards.
Ensure consistency in product quality, taste, texture, appearance, and freshness.
Monitor the complete baking process including dough preparation, mixing, shaping, proofing, baking, cooling, and finishing.
Train, guide, and monitor Bakers, Senior Bakers, and Bakery Assistants.
Ensure proper portioning, recipe compliance, and efficient ingredient usage.
Monitor stock levels of baking ingredients and coordinate replenishment when required.
Conduct regular quality checks on raw materials and finished products.
Ensure all bakery equipment, tools, and workstations are properly maintained and cleaned.
Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards.
Identify production issues and take corrective action promptly.
Support new product development, seasonal products, and product improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate production records and communicate operational issues to management.
Ensure the bakery operates efficiently while minimizing wastage and production costs.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Team leadership

Production planning

Bakery production

Quality control

Food safety

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Lead and supervise the bakery team in daily production operations.

Plan and manage daily production schedules according to sales requirements.

Prepare and bake breads, pastries, cakes, and other bakery products according to company recipes and standards.

Ensure consistency in product quality, taste, texture, appearance, and freshness.

Monitor the complete baking process including dough preparation, mixing, shaping, proofing, baking, cooling, and finishing.

Train, guide, and monitor Bakers, Senior Bakers, and Bakery Assistants.

Ensure proper portioning, recipe compliance, and efficient ingredient usage.

Monitor stock levels of baking ingredients and coordinate replenishment when required.

Conduct regular quality checks on raw materials and finished products.

Ensure all bakery equipment, tools, and workstations are properly maintained and cleaned.

Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards.

Identify production issues and take corrective action promptly.

Support new product development, seasonal products, and product improvement initiatives.

Maintain accurate production records and communicate operational issues to management.

Ensure the bakery operates efficiently while minimizing wastage and production costs.

Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a Baker, Senior Baker, or Head Baker.

Experience in commercial bakery, retail bakery, hotel, or F&B environment preferred.

Strong knowledge of bread, pastry, cake, dough preparation, proofing, and baking techniques.

Able to lead and manage a bakery team independently.

Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and quality control.

Able to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Hands-on approach with good attention to detail.

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We are Asia’s leading retail and e-commerce network in activewear and lifestyle, powered by a team of over 300 talented individuals who work together to become Asia’s foremost active and lifestyle fashion trendsetter.

With nearly 40 years of groundbreaking pursuits in the active and lifestyle industry, Stream Empire Holdings Sdn Bhd is a multinational corporation that continues to strive for excellence in expanding their retail business and commercial activities across the South East Asia region, cultivating their philosophy:

“Teamwork is the key to success”

Based in Malaysia, Stream Empire Holdings Sdn Bhd now has more than 60 retail outlets across the region, driven by highly motivated and professional individuals working closely together with global partners in empowering long-lasting relationships to become Asia’s leading active and lifestyle brand.

Our talents are driven by these values:

SYNERGY

Like yin and yang, we work together in synergy. Together, we uplift our strengths as well as empower our shortcomings to create a workflow that leads us to success.

TEAMWORK

Every effort counts, no matter who you are. Behind every successful company, is a dedicated team.

RESPECT

We value each and everyone’s differences, we value every skill. We embrace an open environment and encourage an open two-way communication.

EXCELLENCE

Striving for the highest possible standards is our top priority. We want to make sure that we deliver the best of our services and products to you.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Everyone is empowered to make decisions. We are passionate in what we do and therefore it’s our responsibility that we ensure it’s delivered in the utmost manner and remain true to our actions.

MOTIVATION

We take the initiative to improve ourselves and our works because we care about what we do.