Baker

Baker

Responsibilities

Preparing, baking, and producing pastries, breads, rolls, and desserts.

Using scales. graded containers, measures, weighs flour or other materials to make batters, doughs, fillings, or whipped cream.

Decorating baked items such as cream pies using a pastry bag

Adjusting the timing and speed settings for mixing or blending equipment so that the components are mixed or cooked according to the recipe.

Preparing custom-made pastries based on the preferences of consumers (e.g. birthday cakes)

Preparing garnishes for baked items.

Recommending recipes to refresh our menu and bring in new customers (e.g. gluten-free or vegan desserts)

Keep track of food supply and place orders as required.

Utilising adequate quantities and rotating products to keep spoilage/waste to a minimum.

Cleaning, dismantling, and storing all baking equipment, including: ovens, mixers, proofer, floors, freezer, and refrigerators.

Ensuring an appropriate supply of all prepared products as well as proper storage and refrigeration.