Head Bakery Confectioner (With Supermarket Experience)

The Recruitment Guy; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head Bakery Confectioner for a permanent position in Newcastle. The successful candidate will manage bakery operations, ensure product quality, and lead a team in a supermarket environment. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years experience and a formal baking qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Bakery Confectioner in a supermarket bakery environment.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques and ingredients.
• Experience in supervising a bakery team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bakery operations and ensure high-quality production.
• Develop and maintain recipes for bakery products.
• Lead and supervise a team of bakers and assistants.

Skills

Baking techniques

Recipe development

Food safety and hygiene

Team supervision

Education

Formal baking or pastry qualification

Job description

NEW EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE | NUWE WERK BESKIKBAAR

Position: Head Bakery Confectioner

Location: Newcastle

Industry: Supermarket / Retail Bakery

Ref No.: TRG

Salary: Market related (R12.00 - R16.00 KPM, negotiable)

Start Date: As soon as possible / Negotiable

Type: Permanent Employment

Job Description

An opportunity for an experienced Head Bakery Confectioner is available for permanent employment based in Newcastle.

Responsibilities

1. Oversee and manage daily bakery operations within a supermarket environment.
2. Ensure high-quality production of bakery and confectionery products, including cakes, pastries, bread, chocolate éclairs, and specialty baked goods.
3. Develop and maintain recipes and ensure consistency in product quality.
4. Monitor ingredient stock levels, procurement, and supplier relations.
5. Lead and supervise a team of bakers and assistants, providing training and guidance.
6. Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and quality standards.
7. Innovate and introduce new bakery items to attract customers.
8. Maintain customer satisfaction by ensuring excellent service and fresh products daily.

Requirements

1. Minimum of 5 years experience as a Bakery Confectioner in a supermarket bakery environment.
2. Formal baking or pastry qualification is an advantage.
3. Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredients, and recipe development.
4. Experience in supervising and managing a bakery team.
5. Ability to work under pressure and meet daily production targets.
6. Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and quality control standards.
7. Residency in Newcastle is required.

Application Instructions

We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy. Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CVs (in Word.doc format) via email.