Production Baker at Bakangizo Pharmacy & Stores – Production Baker
Job Description
Bake a minimum of 2,000 loaves of bread daily with the team while maintaining quality, taste, and consistency.
Ensure bread varieties (white, wheat, multigrain, etc.) are produced according to demand.
Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls, doughnuts, cakes, pies, and other baked items.
Innovate new recipes and seasonal products to attract and retain customers.
Work effectively with the bakery team, production staff, and other departments to meet daily targets.
Provide guidance to assistant bakers and ensure smooth workflow.
Ensure all baked goods meet company standards for taste, texture, appearance, and freshness.
Monitor ingredients and raw material usage to minimize waste.
Operate ovens, mixers, and bakery equipment safely and efficiently.
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the bakery area, adhering to food safety and health regulations.
Monitor inventory levels and report shortages of ingredients or supplies.
Be available to work overnight shifts to meet high-volume production demands.
Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as required.
Requirements & Qualifications
Proven experience as a Baker in a retail, commercial, or industrial bakery setting.
Strong knowledge of bread-making and pastry production.
Ability to meet high-volume production targets without compromising quality.
Skilled in operating bakery equipment and handling large-scale production.
Creativity in developing new recipes and baked varieties.
Physical stamina and ability to stand for long hours and lift heavy baking trays.
Excellent teamwork, time management, and organizational skills.
Willingness to work overnight shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
Certificate or Diploma in Baking / Culinary Arts (an advantage but not mandatory).
Experience in managing or training bakery assistants.
Familiarity with modern baking trends and customer preferences.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Ability to meet or exceed daily bread production target (2,000+ loaves).
Consistency in product quality across branches.
Minimal wastage of raw materials.
Timely delivery of baked goods to branches.
Team collaboration and adherence to hygiene/food safety standards.
