Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Esfira Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Baker for an exciting international placement in Vanuatu. In this role, you will take full ownership of the daily operations within a fully equipped bakery setup serving a busy deli and café.
As Head Baker, you will spearhead the scratch production of high-quality artisan breads, baguettes, and specialty baked goods. You will supervise kitchen staff, ensure consistency in taste and presentation, and maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. This position requires culinary craftsmanship, leadership capability, and the flexibility to relocate to an island destination.
The successful candidate will combine traditional baking techniques with efficient kitchen management, ensuring optimal inventory levels, minimal wastage, and seamless production schedules in a fast-paced environment.
Tanggung Jawab
- Lead daily kitchen production of artisan breads, baguettes, sourdoughs, and specialty pastries.
- Manage end-to-end commercial bakery operations, equipment maintenance, and prep schedules.
- Supervise, train, and mentor junior bakery staff to uphold quality and performance benchmarks.
- Monitor ingredient stock, calculate raw material needs, and manage orders to minimize waste.
- Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards in compliance with local regulations.
- Develop new recipes and seasonal bakery items to drive deli and café customer satisfaction.
Kualifikasi
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of commercial baking experience, including leadership or Head Baker duties.
- Demonstrated mastery of artisan bread production, dough fermentation, and shaping techniques.
- Ability and willingness to relocate and work on-site in Vanuatu.
- Formal vocational certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts, Baking, or Pastry Arts preferred.
- Strong understanding of commercial bakery machinery, oven operations, and troubleshooting.
- Solid track record in kitchen sanitation, HACCP guidelines, and quality assurance.
- Effective communication and team leadership skills in a multicultural workplace.