ARTISANAL BAKER
(Laminated Dough Focus)
 
Somerset West: My client, a specialised artisanal bakery is seeking an experienced Artisanal Baker (laminated dough focus) to join their production team. The business is focused on crafting high-quality laminated pastries, with particular emphasis on traditional medialunas, and requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual to support and lead daily production

Purpose of the Role:  To take full responsibility for the daily baking function, with a strong focus on laminated dough production, ensuring consistent quality, efficient workflow, and adherence to high artisanal standards.

Key Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To:

• Oversee and execute daily baking production, with a focus on laminated dough and medialunas
• Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation across all batches
• Manage and guide a small production team within the bakery
• Monitor and control proofing, fermentation, and baking processes
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety
• Take ownership of production planning and output to meet daily demand
• Troubleshoot baking issues and adjust processes where necessary
• Ensure efficient workflow within early morning production schedule

Criteria:

• Previous experience working with laminated dough in a professional bakery environment advantageous
• Strong understanding of proofing, fermentation, and baking techniques
• Proven ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced production setting
• Experience managing or supervising a small team
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and perfection
• Reliable, consistent, and able to take full ownership of responsibilities
• Comfortable working early morning shifts (03:00 – 13:00, Tuesday to Sunday)
• Own reliable transport essential due to early start time
• Available to start as soon as possible

Remuneration and Hours of Work:
Market-related salary (dependent on experience)
Working hours: 03:00 – 13:00, Tuesday to Sunday