Pastry Chef cum Production Supervisor

DONA MANIS CAKE SHOP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A heritage bakery in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Pastry Chef cum Production Supervisor to lead the kitchen team. Responsibilities include overseeing baking operations, maintaining product quality, mentoring staff, and managing production schedules. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in a traditional bakery setting and possess strong leadership skills. A friendly working environment and competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Stable, long-term career prospects

Friendly, passionate working environment

Opportunity to work in an iconic heritage bakery

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or similar role, preferably in a traditional bakery setting.
• Prior experience managing a small to mid-size kitchen team.
• Strong understanding of traditional baking techniques.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (e.g., SFA regulations).
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee the baking of signature products.
• Maintain consistent product quality, taste, and presentation.
• Innovate and develop new pastries.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.
• Train and mentor junior bakers and kitchen assistants.
• Plan and manage daily production schedules.
• Monitor and manage inventory of ingredients.
• Implement production efficiencies and minimize wastage.
• Supervise production staff and manage work schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers for raw material delivery.
• Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of baking equipment.

Job description

Job Overview:

Dona Manis Cake Shop, known for its artisanal pastries and signature banana pies, is seeking a dedicated Pastry Chef cum Production Supervisor to lead our kitchen team. The role requires balancing hands‑on pastry creation with day‑to‑day management of production operations, ensuring that every product upholds our traditional quality and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

Pastry Chef Duties:

• Prepare and oversee the baking of signature products such as banana pies, puff pastries, and other baked goods.
• Maintain consistent product quality, taste, and presentation according to Dona Manis’ standards.
• Innovate and develop new pastries in line with the brand's traditional yet evolving identity.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards are strictly followed.
• Train and mentor junior bakers and kitchen assistants.

Production Supervisor Duties:

• Plan and manage daily production schedules to meet sales demands.
• Monitor and manage inventory of ingredients, packaging materials, and kitchen supplies.
• Implement production efficiencies while minimizing wastage.
• Supervise production staff: manage work schedules, assign duties, and oversee performance.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely ordering and delivery of raw materials.
• Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of all baking equipment.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or similar role, preferably in a traditional bakery setting.
• Prior experience managing a small to mid‑size kitchen team.
• Strong understanding of traditional baking techniques.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (e.g., SFA regulations).
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Diploma or Certification in Baking & Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or related field.
• 3–5 years of hands‑on baking experience.
• Experience working in a high‑demand bakery environment.
• For Production Supervisors, a good grasp of bakery production and staff management skills will be required.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work in an iconic heritage bakery.
• Stable, long‑term career prospects with growth opportunities.
• Friendly, passionate working environment.
• Competitive salary based on experience.