Job Description
Job Title: Baker-Confectioner
Location: East Rand Gauteng.
Salary – Market Related
We are looking for an experienced and skilled Baker-Confectioner to join our dynamic supermarket team.
REQUIREMENT:
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a commercial baker or confectioner in a retail SPAR supermarket,
- Strong understanding of bread, rolls, pastries, cakes, doughs, and other baked/confectionery goods.
- Ability to follow recipes precisely, ensure consistent quality and portion control.
- Skilled in operating ovens, mixers, proofers, dough sheeters, and other bakery equipment.
- Food Safety & Hygiene: Knowledge principles, food handling, and hygiene standards.
- Able to work weekend, early shifts and manage time efficiently to meet daily production schedules.
- Skill in decorating cakes and pastries, including piping, glazing, and finishing techniques.
- Comfortable standing for long periods and lifting bags of flour or trays of products.
DUTIES
- Daily Production: Prepare and bake breads, rolls, pastries, cakes, and confectionery products in line with store requirements.
- Recipe Compliance: Follow standard recipes and portion sizes to maintain consistent product quality.
- Display & Presentation: Decorate and arrange baked goods attractively to enhance sales.
- Stock Monitoring: Manage ingredients, baking supplies, and stock rotation (FIFO) minimize waste.
- Equipment Care: Clean and maintain baking tools and machinery according to health and safety.
- Compliance: Ensure all baking activities comply with food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.
Experience:
- Baking and food preparation.
- Following baking schedules.
- Recipe and menu development.
- Quality control and food safety.
- Inventory management.
- Customer service.
- Pricing and labeling.
- Cleaning and maintenance.
- Compliance with regulations.
Join our client in the retail industry as a Baker-Confectioner! We’re seeking talented individuals experienced in both baking and confectionery . If you’re passionate about baking and have at least 5 years of proven experience, we want to hear from you. Take your career to new heights and delight customers with your delicious creations.
!!!! Apply now !!!! LUMINA Personnel
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About FMCG Wholesale Jobs in Gauteng
The FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) wholesale sector in Gauteng, South Africa is a dynamic industry with a growing demand for skilled professionals. Typically, job seekers in this field can expect to find opportunities in various sectors, including the retail and manufacturing industries.
Generally, salaries for FMCG wholesale positions in Gauteng tend to be within a broad range of R200 000 to R400 000 per annum, although these figures may vary significantly depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. For instance, senior management roles or those in larger companies may command higher salaries, while entry-level positions or smaller organisations may offer more modest compensation packages.
Common skills for FMCG wholesale professionals typically include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and negotiation skills, a good understanding of the retail and manufacturing industries, as well as experience with inventory management, logistics, and supply chain operations. Other essential skills often include technical knowledge of FMCG products, marketing and sales expertise, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
The FMCG wholesale sector is often employed by companies operating in various industry sectors, such as food processing, beverage production, personal care, and household goods manufacturing. In Gauteng specifically, these industries tend to be concentrated in the Johannesburg and Pretoria areas.
For those interested in pursuing a career in FMCG wholesale, there are several common career progression paths available. Typically, entry-level positions serve as a starting point for candidates who wish to gain experience and develop their skills before moving into more senior roles. Advancement opportunities often exist within larger companies or through the acquisition of new skills and certifications. Additionally, many organisations offer training and development programs aimed at nurturing talent from within and supporting career growth.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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