South Africa: Bakery Technical Support Specialist (Field Baker) posted by Scholtz Partners International Ltd

Bakery Technical Support Specialist (Field Baker) Our client, a Western Cape flour mill, is seeking a skilled Field Baker to provide on-site technical support to customers! What we offer: Western Cape-based (Riebeek Wes) Working hours: 8:00 – 16:00 Field-based customer interaction role Essential Experience: 3-5 years commercial/industrial bakery experience Bread, rolls, buns production (sweet doughs preferred) Recipe standardization across different equipment Bakery trials and formula scaling experience Customer-facing or field support experience preferred Key Skills: Strong baking science knowledge Diagnostic troubleshooting abilities Training and communication skills Data-driven testing and reporting Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel Qualifications: Formal baking qualification/certification required Food Science or Baking Technology background HACCP/GMP awareness MS Office proficiency What You’ll Do: Visit customers for on-site baking support and troubleshooting Provide training and product optimization Ensure consistent quality with flours and mixes Gather feedback for continuous improvement Ready to share your baking expertise?