Duties and Responsibilities

•	Lead and manage daily bakery production to ensure high-quality standards.
•	Oversee the preparation and baking of artisan bread, cakes, and pastries.
•	Maintain consistency in taste, texture, and presentation of all baked products.
•	Develop and refine new and innovative pastry, cake, and bakery recipes.
•	Ensure that all baked goods meet Big Square’s brand standards.
•	Create seasonal menus and specialty baked items to attract customers.
•	Supervise, mentor, and train junior bakers and apprentices.
•	Conduct regular skills training sessions to enhance team performance.
•	Provide constructive feedback to improve baking techniques and efficiency.
•	Monitor and maintain stock levels of baking ingredients.
•	Reduce ingredient waste and unsold product losses through accurate demand forecasting.
•	Work with the procurement team to source high-quality baking ingredients.
•	Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards.
•	Implement proper food handling and storage procedures to maintain freshness.
•	Maintain a clean, organized, and safe bakery environment.

Key Requirements Skills, experience and qualification

•	Culinary degree or diploma in baking/pastry arts from a recognized institution.
•	3+ years of experience in a reputable hotel, bakery, or restaurant.
•	Expertise in artisan baking, pastry arts, and cake decorating.
•	Strong leadership and mentoring skills
•	Excellent recipe development and innovation skills.
•	Strong time management and organizational skills.
•	Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
•	High level of creativity and attention to detail in baking.
•	Familiarity with modern baking techniques, tools, and equipment.
•	Ability to train and motivate junior team members effectively

HOW TO APPLY.

• 1. If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience send CV urgently to info@baselinkedhrgroup.co.ke quoting the job title as the subject line on your email
• 2. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• 3. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.