Assistant Baker at Cinnamona Bakery

Cinnamona Bakery - For over seven years, Cinnamona Bakery has been on a mission to redefine indulgence. We believe enjoying a sweet treat should feel calm, intentional, and balanced not chaotic or excessive. From carefully measured ingredients and thoughtful portion sizes to mindful packaging, every detail of our process reflects our philosophy: a kinder way to enjoy sweets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Baker

Location: Asokoro, Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Schedule: 6 days per week (rotational shift system)

The Role

• As we continue to grow in Asokoro, we are looking for a disciplined, detail-oriented Assistant Baker who values structure, consistency, and purposeful work.
• As an Assistant Baker at Cinnamona, you play a trusted role in maintaining the quality and calm our brand is known for. You will support daily baking operations by working collaboratively during shared shifts and independently during designated coverage shifts.
• This role requires precision, accountability, and strong attention to detail, as you may be responsible for executing baking tasks without direct supervision while strictly adhering to Cinnamona’s standards.

Key Responsibilities
Ingredient Preparation & Precision:

• Accurately measure, mix, and prepare ingredients according to approved recipes, ensuring consistency in taste, texture, and quality.

Baking & Portion Control:

• Assist in shaping, baking, and portioning products with care, ensuring every item reflects Cinnamona’s philosophy of balance and “just enough.”

Shift-Based Collaboration & Coverage:

• Work effectively alongside the Lead Baker and other team members during shared shifts.
• Independently execute assigned baking and preparation tasks during shifts where other bakers or staff are unavailable, while maintaining full compliance with recipes and procedures.

Quality Monitoring & Attention to Detail:

• Closely monitor oven temperatures, baking times, product appearance, and texture to identify and correct inconsistencies before products are finalized.

Kitchen Organization & Hygiene:

•  Maintain a clean, orderly, and calm workstation in line with food safety and hygiene standards.

Finishing & Packaging Support:

• Assist with light decoration, labeling, and packaging, ensuring presentation, sealing, and branding standards are met before products leave the kitchen.

Inventory Awareness:

• Support ingredient stock monitoring to ensure freshness, proper usage, and minimal waste.

Who You Are:

• Detail-Oriented: You naturally notice small inconsistencies in measurements, texture, colour, timing, and presentation and take action to correct them.
• Reliably Independent: Comfortable executing tasks accurately during shifts without direct supervision.
• Disciplined & Calm: You thrive in structured environments and take pride in maintaining order and cleanliness.
• Values-Aligned: You resonate with Cinnamona’s philosophy of intentional, mindful baking.
• Team-Oriented: You communicate respectfully and work well with others when on shared shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutrition, Food Science, or a related discipline (required)
• 1–2 years of experience in a professional bakery or pastry kitchen
• Valid Food Handler Certificate (an added advantage)
• Basic numeracy skills for accurate measurements and recipe scaling
• Ability to work rotating shifts and commute reliably to Asokoro, Abuja

Why Join Cinnamona?

• Work with a purpose-driven bakery brand known for quality and intentionality
• Operate in a kitchen that prioritizes order, sustainability, and respect, not chaos
• Gain hands-on experience in a disciplined, standards-led baking environment
• Be part of a growing community that values quality over quantity

Salary
N100,000 monthly

Application Closing Date
19th January, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, and a short note explaining why you want to bake with Cinnamona and how you ensure accuracy in your work to: cinnamonahr@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.