Baker

Private Advertiser; Naga; On-site; PHP 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

JGQ Group of Companies in Paranaque City, Metro Manila, seeks a skilled Baker responsible for producing high-quality baked goods and upholding our standards for taste, appearance and freshness. This full-time role places you at the heart of our bakery operations.

You will handle equipment, follow recipes, train juniors, ensure food safety, and help develop new items while maintaining a fast-paced, collaborative bakery environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' bakery experience required.
• Strong baking techniques and ingredient knowledge.
• Ability to operate commercial baking equipment.
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to follow recipes precisely with creativity.
• Good time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical stamina to stand long hours; lift heavy items.
• Team player with good communication.
• Willing to work early mornings, weekends, holidays.
• Qualifications in baking or pastry arts preferred.
• Experience with pastries, bread varieties or confectionery advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Operate and maintain ovens, mixers, proofing chambers and other specialised machinery.
• Monitor baking times and temperatures.
• Decorate and finish baked goods with glazes, toppings, fillings and icing.
• Maintain hygiene and sanitation standards throughout the bakery, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
• Manage inventory of ingredients and packaging materials, reporting shortages to management.
• Train and supervise junior bakers or apprentices as needed.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions to maintain efficiency and output.
• Assist in developing new recipes and experimenting with innovative baking techniques to keep our product range fresh and competitive.
• Ensure all baked goods are properly packaged and labelled for distribution and sale.

Skills

Baking techniques

Ovens & equipment operation

Food safety & hygiene

Recipe following with creativity

Time management

Teamwork & communication

Physical stamina

Flexible hours

Pastry/bread/confectionery experience

Mentoring juniors

Education

Baking or pastry arts certification

Tools

Ovens

Mixers

Proofing chambers

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Baker to join the JGQ Group of Companies team in Paranaque City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in our bakery operations, where you will be responsible for creating high-quality baked goods that delight our customers. As a Baker, you will be at the heart of our production process, ensuring that every item that leaves our kitchen meets our exacting standards for taste, appearance and freshness. This role is essential to maintaining our reputation for excellence in the baking industry.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, measure and mix ingredients according to established recipes and formulations to ensure consistency and quality
• Operate and maintain baking equipment, including ovens, mixers, proofing chambers and other specialised machinery
• Monitor baking times and temperatures to ensure products are baked to perfection and meet quality standards
• Decorate and finish baked goods with glazes, toppings, fillings and icing as required
• Maintain strict hygiene and sanitation standards throughout the bakery, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations
• Manage inventory of ingredients and packaging materials, reporting shortages to management
• Train and supervise junior bakers or apprentices as needed, ensuring they follow proper procedures and maintain quality standards
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions to maintain efficiency and output
• Assist in developing new recipes and experimenting with innovative baking techniques to keep our product range fresh and competitive
• Ensure all baked goods are properly packaged and labelled for distribution and sale

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Baker or in a bakery environment, with a minimum of 2–3 years in the field
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients and their properties
• Proficiency in operating commercial baking equipment and machinery
• Excellent understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Ability to follow recipes precisely whilst also demonstrating creativity and attention to detail
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy items and work in warm conditions
• Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends and public holidays as required
• Relevant qualifications or certifications in baking or pastry arts (preferred)
• Experience with speciality baking such as pastries, bread varieties or confectionery (advantageous)

What we offer

At JGQ Group of Companies, we are committed to supporting the growth and wellbeing of our employees. We offer competitive remuneration, opportunities for skills development and training to enhance your baking expertise. We provide a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. Our team enjoys a positive workplace culture with regular team activities and social events. We also provide health and safety support, and we encourage work-life balance whilst maintaining our commitment to excellence. Career advancement opportunities are available for those who demonstrate dedication and skill.

About us

JGQ Group of Companies is a respected name in the food and bakery industry, known for our commitment to quality, innovation and customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on producing exceptional baked goods using traditional techniques combined with modern practices. Our mission is to deliver fresh, delicious and high-quality bakery products that bring joy to our customers' tables. With a strong presence in the Metro Manila area, we have built our reputation on integrity, excellence and a genuine passion for baking. We foster a culture of continuous improvement and value the skills and dedication of our team members.