Head Baker – High-End Multi-Outlet Coffee Brand – Cape Town

Head Baker – High-End Multi-Outlet Coffee Brand – Cape Town Summary: We are recruiting a skilled and passionate Head Baker for a sophisticated, multi-outlet coffee brand known for exceptional quality and European-inspired bakery standards. Based in the brand’s central production kitchen in Claremont, the Head Baker will oversee the daily production of artisan breads and pastries supplied to four coffee outlets.

This is a hands-on role for someone who understands the discipline behind excellent baking: precise fermentation, consistency, timing and uncompromising attention to quality. The successful candidate must have strong sourdough experience and be confident producing a varied range of breads and pastries at volume. Experience with sour rye would be highly advantageous. Description: Key Responsibilities Lead the daily production of artisan breads, sourdough and pastries Maintain consistently high standards across all products supplied to the four outlets Manage fermentation, proofing and baking schedules Plan production according to outlet requirements and expected trading volumes Ensure products are prepared, finished and presented to the required standard Monitor ingredient quality, stock levels, wastage and product yields Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards Train, guide and develop junior baking staff Ensure the production kitchen is organised and ready for early-morning service Work closely with the wider management team to improve consistency and efficiency across the outlets Requirements Proven professional experience as a Head Baker, Senior Baker or highly experienced Artisan Baker Strong practical experience in sourdough production is essential Experience producing a range of artisan breads and pastries Sour rye experience would be highly advantageous A thorough understanding of fermentation, dough development, proofing and baking techniques Able to maintain excellent quality while working with larger production volumes Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan daily production accurately Comfortable leading and training a small bakery team Good understanding of stock control, wastage and kitchen cost awareness Reliable, disciplined and able to work consistently to exacting standards Able to travel to Claremont in time for a 4 a.m.

shift Advantageous Previous experience with bakery costings, margins, stock management, production schedules and multi-site supply would be an advantage, but the quality of the candidate’s baking remains the priority. Working Hours 4 a.m. to 12 p.m. Five-day working week This is an excellent opportunity for a serious baker who takes pride in their craft and would enjoy shaping the bakery offering of a growing, quality-led coffee brand.

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