About this role
The role is for an experienced Pastry Chef to join Spesa Bakery, part of Spesa Super Store, in Ikorodu, Lagos. It is a full-time position within a growing bakery that produces a range of pastries, cakes and other baked goods. The candidate should be capable of following recipes with precise measurements, maintaining hygiene and food safety, and working independently to meet daily production targets. Key duties include preparing, baking, decorating and presenting a variety of bakery products, ensuring quality and consistency, assisting with costing and portion control, and maintaining a clean work environment. The employer offers opportunities for skill development, career growth within the company, and remuneration based on experience.
What you would do
- Store, label and handle ingredients and finished products properly
- Plan daily production with the Head Baker and team
- Assist in product costing and portion control procedures
- Prepare and produce pastries, cakes, cookies, doughnuts, meat pies, sausage rolls, puff-puff, tarts, cupcakes and other products
- Decorate, finish and present pastries to a professional standard
- Maintain a clean, hygienic work environment in line with food safety standards
- Monitor freshness and ensure finished goods meet quality requirements
- Maintain consistency across batches and minimise waste and costs
- Monitor stock levels and report shortages
- Operate baking equipment safely and efficiently
What they are asking for
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar role
- Proven experience preparing a wide range of pastries, cakes and desserts
- Relevant culinary or pastry training is an advantage; professional experience is essential
- Strong knowledge of ingredient ratios, temperatures, mixing, proofing and baking times
- Ability to follow recipes accurately and reproduce consistent quality
- Skilled in accurate ingredient measurement and use of scales
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks
- Good time management, organisation and attention to detail
- Knowledge of food hygiene and safe handling practices
- Must reside in Ikorodu or nearby or be able to commute
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