BAKER – University of Zimbabwe 131 views

Applications are invited for the following posts at the University of Zimbabwe Agro-Industrial Park

Job Summary

The candidate will be in charge of ensuring that baked goods are prepared according to established
recipes, maintain a clean work environment, and preparation of baked goods for sale and delivery
to customers.

Key Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the Baker will include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring that the ingredients are mixed in recommended proportions.
• Preparing, baking and producing pastries, breads, rolls and other forms of confectionery.
• Using scales, graded containers, measures, weighing flour or other materials to bake products.
• Operating the mixing or blending machines to ensure required dough specifications are met.
• Ensuring profitability by maintaining an accurate record of baking operations.
• Managing needed supplies and inventory levels.
• Directing and supervising the production staff’s activities to make sure that products are up
to standard.
• Collaborating with the research and development team to come up with new recipes.
• Recommending recipes to renew the menu and attract more customers (e.g. gluten-free
products).
• Ensuring the proper storage of baking utensils.

Education and Experience

• The candidate must have a food handler’s license, as well as any other certifications deemed
necessary by state and municipal law.
• Certificate/Diploma or equivalent degree in hotel or institutional food preparation.
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to operate basic food service equipment, safely
and effectively.
• Baking experience of at least 2 years is required.