Chief Baker at Elliom Bakery

Elliom Bakery is dedicated to producing high-quality bread and refined water. We use the finest ingredients to ensure exceptional taste and freshness and take the highest standard to provide hygienic drinking water. Our mission is to bring joy to our customers through our artisanal baking and clean water, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and hygiene.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Baker

Location: Benin City, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a skilled and visionary Baker/Chief Baker to lead our baking operations.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire baking process, ensuring the highest standards of quality and consistency.
• This role is crucial in maintaining our reputation for excellence and driving innovation as we expand our product offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Daily Baking Operations: Lead the preparation of bread and other baked goods, from mixing ingredients to baking, ensuring consistency and excellence in every batch.
• Quality Assurance: Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and food safety, ensuring compliance with all health regulations.
• Innovate and Develop New Products: Collaborate on creating new recipes and products, especially as we plan to introduce pastries and other baked goods.
• Inventory Management: Monitor ingredients and supplies, manage orders, and minimize waste through efficient stock control.
• Team Leadership: Train, mentor, and supervise baking staff, fostering a collaborative and motivated work environment.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all baking equipment is well-maintained and operational, arranging repairs and replacements as needed.
• Customer Engagement: Gather feedback directly from customers to refine and enhance our products.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of production output, ingredient usage, and any issues encountered during the baking process.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of SSCE (Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination).
• Experience: Proven experience as a Baker or Chief Baker, preferably in a professional bakery setting.

Skills and Abilities:

• Mastery of bread-baking techniques; experience with pastries is an added advantage.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Creative flair with a keen eye for detail.
• Solid understanding of food safety practices and regulations.

Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about baking and culinary arts.
• Proactive and innovative thinker.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings and weekends.

Location Requirement:

• Candidates must reside in Benin City, its environs, or be willing to relocate.

What We Offer

• Salary: N150,000 - N250,000 / month.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• The chance to be part of a growing company with a strong community presence.

Application Closing Date
3rd January, 2025.