Senior Commercial & Organic Baker
We are looking for a highly experienced and passionate Senior Baker to join our team. The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience in both high-volume commercial baking and the specialized craft of artisan bread making from scratch. You will be responsible for consistently producing high-quality baked goods, maintaining our standards, and contributing positively to our kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute all steps of the bread-making process, from scaling and mixing to shaping, proofing, and baking, for a wide range of products including standard commercial items and specialized organic loaves.
- Adhere strictly to established standard bakery recipes, formulas, and production schedules to ensure product consistency and quality.
- Operate and maintain a variety of commercial bakery equipment safely and efficiently.
- Manage ingredient inventories, control waste, and ensure proper storage and rotation of both conventional and organic materials.
- Use basic computer systems or tablets for tasks such as logging production data, tracking inventory, and placing ingredient orders.
- Monitor oven temperatures, baking times, and finished product quality, making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines, maintaining a clean and organized workstation at all times.
- Effectively read, write, and speak English to understand recipes, schedules, and communicate with team members.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of proven, professional experience as a baker in a commercial setting.
- Demonstrable expertise in both large-scale commercial baking techniques and dedicated organic/artisan bread production.
- Deep understanding of different dough types, fermentation processes, and handling of various organic flours.
- Strong ability to follow detailed instructions precisely and consistently.
- Basic computer literacy and comfort using inventory management software or standard office applications (like spreadsheets) for record-keeping.
- Proven record of reliability, strong work ethic, and a positive, team-oriented mindset.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle high-pressure, high-volume production schedules.
- Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to lbs.
Remuneration will be discussed during the interview. Only shortlisted will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From BD400.000 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Riffa: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)