Bakery Baker

JIEMIN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A bakery company in Singapore is seeking a Bakery Baker responsible for the preparation, baking, and finishing of bakery products. The ideal candidate should have prior experience, an understanding of baking techniques, and a strong focus on quality. The responsibilities include baking a variety of products, ensuring quality, and complying with food safety standards. This role requires teamwork in a fast-paced environment, as well as physical fitness for kitchen tasks.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a baker or assistant baker preferred.
• Basic understanding of baking techniques and measurements.
• Familiarity with food hygiene and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of bakery products.
• Monitor baking times and product quality.
• Comply with hygiene and safety regulations.

Skills

Baking techniques

Food hygiene

Recipe following

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Summary

The Bakery Baker is responsible for the preparation, baking, and finishing of bakery products in accordance with company recipes, quality standards, and food safety requirements. This role requires consistency, discipline, and attention to detail to ensure all baked goods meet taste, texture, and presentation expectations in a fast‑paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Baking & Production

• Prepare and bake cakes, slab cakes, breads, and traditional pastries according to standard recipes and production schedules

• Measure and mix ingredients accurately to ensure consistency and cost control

• Operate baking equipment such as ovens, mixers, and proofers safely and correctly

• Monitor baking times, temperatures, and product quality throughout production

• Perform finishing tasks including trimming, slicing, glazing, or basic decoration where required

Quality Control & Consistency

• Ensure all products meet company standards for taste, texture, appearance, and portion size

• Identify and report any quality issues, ingredient inconsistencies, or equipment malfunctions

• Follow FIFO (First-In-First-Out) principles and minimise wastage

• Maintain consistency across batches and production days

Food Safety, Hygiene & Compliance

• Comply strictly with food hygiene, safety, and sanitation regulations

• Maintain cleanliness of workstations, tools, and equipment at all times

• Practice proper food handling, storage, and labelling procedures

• Follow all internal SOPs, recipes, and safety guidelines

Inventory & Preparation Support

• Assist in daily mise en place and preparation of ingredients

• Support stock checks for ingredients, premixes, and baking supplies

• Notify Supervisor of low stock levels or potential shortages

• Assist with receiving and proper storage of ingredients when required

Team & Operational Support

• Work closely with other bakers and front‑of‑house staff to meet daily demand

• Support opening and closing kitchen duties

• Assist in training junior bakers or kitchen assistants when assigned

• Perform other ad‑hoc duties as required by the Supervisor or Management

Job Requirements

Experience & Technical Skills

• Prior experience as a baker, assistant baker, or kitchen staff in a bakery or F&B environment is preferred

• Basic understanding of baking techniques, measurements, and oven operations

• Ability to follow standardised recipes and production schedules

• Familiarity with food hygiene and safety practices

Personal Attributes

• Detail‑oriented with a strong focus on consistency and quality

• Physically fit and able to stand for long hours in a hot kitchen environment

• Responsible, punctual, and reliable

• Willing to learn, take instructions, and improve skills

• Team player with a disciplined and professional attitude

Physical & Work Requirements

• Able to lift and carry baking trays, ingredient bags, and equipment

• Comfortable with early morning shifts, weekends, and public holidays

• Able to work in a fast‑paced production kitchen

Preferred (but Not Mandatory)

• Food Hygiene Certificate

• Experience in cake‑focused or production‑scale bakery

• Experience using premixes and standardised production systems