Baker

Foodstuffs South Island Limited; Timaru; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Foodstuffs South Island Limited in Timaru, Canterbury, is seeking two qualified bakers. Roles start in September and December, with a set roster and 30–40 hours per week. Hours are 4am–1:30pm, includes one weekend day, and pay ranges from $29.00 to $32.00 per hour depending on experience.

The successful applicants will report to the Bakery Manager and help the department run smoothly, meeting targets, while mentoring staff and maintaining health and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or 6 months bakery experience.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to Health & Safety and Food Safety.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, baking, finishing and merchandising products.
• Assisting with development and training of staff and fostering a positive team culture.

Skills

Committed team player

High workmanship standards

Honest and reliable

Health & Food Safety adherence

Education

Trade qualification

6 months bakery experience

Job description

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Applications are welcome from candidates with a trade qualification and/or 6 months previous experience working as a baker.

You must love early morning starts and be able to work as part of a team. We have two positions available for suitably qualified bakers, with one starting in September and the other in December.

The successful applicant will need to have the desire to excel, the ability to use their initiative, and the drive and enthusiasm for the position. Reporting to the Bakery Manager you will be responsible for helping to ensure the department runs smoothly and all appropriate targets are met or exceeded.

Key tasks:

• Preparing, baking, finishing and merchandising products
• Assisting with the development and training of department staff and building a positive team culture.

Skills required for this position include:

• A committed team player.
• High standards of workmanship.
• Be honest and reliable.
• Commitment to follow Health & Safety and Food Safety programme requirements.

With a set roster and a minimum of 30 hours per week (normal week is 40 hours), the exact days will be discussed with shortlisted applicants. The hours of the role are 4am – 1.30pm. Both positions will include one weekend day. Pay range for the positions are from $29.00 - $32.00 per hour, depending on experience

Applications close 9am Friday 19th June.