PASTRY CHEF/ BAKER
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Job summary
Prepare, mix, and bake breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts according to recipes and standards.
Min Qualification:
Certificate
Experience Level:
Entry level
Experience Length:
1 year
Job descriptions & requirements
JOB TITLE: PASTRY CHEF/ BAKER
NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME
INDUSTRY: HOSPITALITY
SALARY: KSHS.18,000 NET
JOB LOCATION: AIRPORT, MOMBASA RD
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Baking & Production
- Prepare, mix, and bake breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts according to recipes and standards.
- Ensure consistent quality, portioning, and presentation for all baked items.
- Experiment with new recipes and seasonal creations to enhance product offerings.
- Monitor oven temperatures, baking times, and consistency to achieve perfect results.
Decoration & Presentation
- Decorate cakes, pastries, and desserts attractively, keeping in mind customer appeal and branding standards.
- Maintain high standards for plating and presentation in both retail and bulk orders.
- Innovate with garnishes, glazes, and designs to create visually appealing products.
Inventory & Ingredient Management
- Check and manage inventory of raw materials and ingredients.
- Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Place orders for baking supplies when needed and monitor usage trends.
Hygiene & Safety Compliance
- Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and workstations throughout the day.
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations at all times.
- Ensure proper handling and storage of ingredients and finished products.
Teamwork & Training
- Collaborate with chefs, kitchen staff, and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Train and mentor junior bakers or assistants as required.
- Assist in coordinating kitchen workflow during peak hours to ensure timely product availability.
Customer Focus & Quality Assurance
- Monitor taste, texture, and appearance of baked goods to ensure premium quality.
- Adjust recipes or techniques based on customer feedback or special requests.
- Ensure that all products leaving the bakery meet brand and quality standards.
KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION
- Certification in baking, pastry arts, or culinary studies.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a busy restaurant, bakery, or supermarket setting.
- Strong knowledge of baking techniques, dessert preparation, and confectionery.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and a passion for creativity in baked goods.
- Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
HOW TO APPLY
- If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
- Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
- Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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