Baker

foodstuffs; Franz Josef; On-site; NZD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week

Supportive team environment

Training and development

Job summary

Foodstuffs group is seeking an experienced Baker to join our supermarket bakery team in a full-time position. You will produce high-quality baked goods while upholding food safety and production standards.

Key tasks include preparing a wide range of bakery products, following recipes and schedules, and maintaining equipment and cleanliness. You will also train junior staff and provide excellent customer service in-store.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in supermarket bakery.
• Experience producing diverse bakery products in a commercial setting.
• Knowledge of baking techniques and food safety.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, knead, shape, proof, bake, and finish bakery products.
• Follow recipes and production schedules for quality and availability.
• Monitor baking times, temperatures and product quality.
• Decorate and present items to supermarket standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health requirements.
• Operate, clean and maintain bakery equipment and areas.
• Manage stock rotation and assist with ordering ingredients.
• Minimise waste and maintain production efficiency.
• Support training for junior staff when required.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Supermarket bakery experience

Food safety practices

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Communication

Job description

Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week, Maximum 40 hours per week

Wage: $33.00 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Baker to join our supermarket bakery team. This is a full-time position for a skilled and reliable individual who can produce high-quality baked goods while maintaining excellent food safety and production standards.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, knead, shape, proof, bake, and finish a variety of bread, rolls, pastries, cakes, and other bakery products.
• Follow recipes and production schedules to ensure consistent quality and availability of bakery products.
• Monitor baking times, temperatures, and product quality throughout the production process.
• Decorate and present bakery items to supermarket standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety requirements.
• Operate, clean, and maintain bakery equipment and work areas.
• Manage stock rotation and assist with ordering ingredients and supplies.
• Minimise waste and maintain efficient production practices.
• Monitor product freshness and quality and remove unsuitable products from sale.
• Work collaboratively with supermarket management and team members to meet customer demand and production targets.
• Assist with training junior bakery staff when required.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with customers.

Skills and Experience Required

• At least 2 years of supermarket bakery experience.
• Proven experience producing a wide range of bakery products in a commercial bakery or supermarket environment.
• Sound knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and food safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically fit and capable of standing for extended periods and lifting bakery ingredients and products as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive Hourly rate of $33.00 per hour.
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing development and training.

This job will close two weeks from advertising.