Head Baker

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Crew Life at Sea Full time
Head Baker Job Description

Crew Life at Sea is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Baker to lead our bakery team. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the bakery department, including production, baking schedules, and quality control.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Bakery Operations: Oversee the daily operations of the bakery, ensuring timely delivery of baked goods to various outlets.
  2. Baking and Pastry Preparation: Prepare and bake a variety of bread, pastries, cakes, and desserts using precise recipes and baking techniques.
  3. Menu Planning and Development: Collaborate with the culinary team to develop and update menus, incorporating a diverse range of baked goods.
  4. Inventory Management: Monitor and manage bakery inventory, including ingredient supplies, equipment, and tools.
  5. Recipe Development: Continuously innovate and create new recipes, adapting traditional and contemporary baking techniques to meet guest preferences and dietary requirements.
  6. Staff Supervision and Training: Lead, train, and mentor bakery staff, including bakers, pastry chefs, and assistants.
  7. Quality Control: Implement and maintain strict quality control measures, including taste testing, visual inspections, and adherence to portioning and presentation standards.
  8. Hygiene and Safety: Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling, storage, and cleanliness of the bakery area and equipment.
  9. Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and operation of bakery equipment, including ovens, mixers, dough sheeters, and proofers.
  10. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with other departments, such as the food and beverage team, purchasing department, and management, to coordinate bakery operations, special requests, and event preparations.
Requirements:
  1. Baking Expertise: Extensive experience in professional baking, including bread, pastry, and dessert production.
  2. Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership and managerial abilities to oversee and motivate a bakery team.
  3. Menu Planning Experience: Proven track record in menu planning and development, creating innovative bakery offerings that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences.
  4. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in baking preparation, portioning accuracy, and quality control.
  5. Teamwork: Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with the culinary team and other departments to achieve operational goals and deliver exceptional dining experiences.
  6. Food Safety Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of food safety and hygiene practices, including proper handling, storage, and cleanliness of bakery ingredients and equipment.
  7. Creativity and Innovation: Demonstrated ability to bring creativity and innovation to bakery recipes, presentations, and techniques.
  8. Adaptability: Willingness to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, adjusting to varying itineraries, guest demands, and kitchen operations.
  9. Multicultural Awareness: Cultural sensitivity and the ability to cater to a diverse international clientele, understanding their preferences and dietary restrictions.
  10. Positive Attitude: A positive and professional demeanor, with a genuine passion for baking excellence, food safety, and guest satisfaction.

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