Artisan Baker: Create Fresh Pastries & Delight Customers

Career27; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 179,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Career27 in Ottery, Western Cape, is seeking a dedicated Baker to prepare and finish a variety of bakery products according to established recipes and quality standards. You will monitor ingredient usage, manage baking schedules, and support overall bakery efficiency and cleanliness.

The role emphasizes food safety, high hygiene, customer service, and adherence to company policies. This is a full-time on-site position with opportunities for growth within the bakery department.

Qualifications

• Non-allergy to flour is required.
• Ability to follow recipes precisely using metric measurements.
• Provide friendly customer service in a bakery environment.
• Demonstrate passion for baking and bakery products.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills are essential.
• Maintain high energy levels throughout shifts.
• Maintain excellent personal hygiene per food-safety standards.
• Ability to grasp new information quickly and apply it.
• Respect PnP values and culture.
• Adhere to food safety and safe working procedures.
• Operate bakery equipment correctly and safely.
• Comply with Health and Safety Act and bakery legislation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare products according to recipe manuals.
• Merchandise bakery items in an appealing manner.
• Provide attentive customer service and answer queries.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the bakery area.
• Record and report any equipment faults or safety issues.
• Assist with daily production planning and wastage control.
• Support a cooperative team environment and meet targets.

Skills

Non-allergy to flour

Recipe execution to metric units

Customer service

Passion for baking

Interpersonal skills

High energy

Personal hygiene

Adaptability

PnP values

Food safety

Safe working procedures

Bakery equipment

Health and Safety Act

Bakery legislation

Education

NQF2 Craft Baking Learnership

NQF2 Core Skills Programmes 1,2 & 3

Job description

Career27 in Ottery, Western Cape, is seeking a dedicated Baker to prepare and finish a variety of bakery products according to established recipes and quality standards. You will monitor ingredient usage, manage baking schedules, and support overall bakery efficiency and cleanliness.

The role emphasizes food safety, high hygiene, customer service, and adherence to company policies. This is a full-time on-site position with opportunities for growth within the bakery department.