Jr. Baker

Atlantic Grains Inc; Calamba; On-site; PHP 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Grains Inc. is seeking a Bakery Laboratory Technician to conduct bake tests and evaluate pastries and bread products in a dedicated bakery laboratory. You will prepare ingredients, run tests, assess quality, and document results while ensuring clean, compliant lab spaces.

The role emphasizes accuracy, GMP/GHP practices, and support for food safety and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced bakery environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Baking Technology or a vocational course in Baking.
• At least 6 months of experience in baking or bread preparation.
• Candidates with 2+ years of practical baking experience may be considered without a degree.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, bread production, and food safety practices.
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, and Good Laboratory Practices is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, materials, and flour samples for bake tests.
• Conduct bake tests for in-process, special, shelf-life, and product development samples.
• Evaluate baked products based on quality parameters: appearance, volume, texture, consistency.
• Record bake test results and prepare evaluation and summary reports.
• Monitor and update inventory of bakery ingredients, materials, and flour sample usage.
• Prepare material requisitions and monitor daily gas consumption.
• Maintain bakery equipment (ovens, mixers, slicers) to ensure proper working condition.
• Keep the bakery laboratory clean, organized and compliant with housekeeping and waste segregation standards.
• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of bakery equipment and work areas.
• Support food safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Quality assessment

Lab practices

Education

Baking Technology degree or vocational baking course

Job description

About the role

This role involves conducting bake tests and evaluating baked products in a bakery laboratory setting. You will prepare ingredients and samples, perform quality assessments, maintain equipment, and support food safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, materials, and flour samples for bake tests

• Conduct bake tests for in-process, special, shelf-life, and product development samples

• Evaluate baked products based on quality parameters such as appearance, volume, texture, and consistency

• Record bake test results and prepare evaluation and summary reports

• Monitor and update inventory of bakery ingredients, materials, and flour sample usage

• Prepare material requisitions and monitor daily gas consumption

• Maintain bakery equipment, including ovens, mixers, and slicers, to ensure proper working condition

• Keep the bakery laboratory clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping and waste segregation standards

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of bakery equipment and work areas

• Support food safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives

About you

• Graduate of Baking Technology or a vocational course in Baking

• At least 6 months of experience in baking, bread preparation, or related processes

• Candidates with at least 2 years of practical baking experience may also be considered, even without a related degree

• Knowledge of baking techniques, bread production, and food safety practices

• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, and Good Laboratory Practices is an advantage

• Detail-oriented with good organizational, documentation, and communication skills