Baker at Famous Brand Franchising Kenya LTD

Purpose Statement

Baking is a science! It demands an excellent understanding of baking techniques and precision application of these techniques. Recipes and methodology must be followed to the word to achieve that required end result.

Position Description

Main Outputs and Responsibilities for This Position

1. Have a clear understanding of the use, maintenance and cleaning procedures of all equipment.
2. Take 100% responsibility for the quality of baked items and display
3. Follow guidelines always as far as portion sizes, cooking and baking techniques
4. Keep products at a sufficient level to ensure smooth service.
5. Portion bulk cooked and dry ingredients and store as per Mugg & Bean specifications
6. Bake products required for kitchen sections.
7. Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation at all times
8. Always follow safe food handling practices
9. Maintain daily and weekly cleaning schedules
10. Receive products for the daily baking activities and sign for the issued stock
11. Follow the recipes as per the bakery recipe file
12. Perform any reasonable task as requested by management
13. Relieve or assist in other sections if and when necessary

Job Evaluation Criteria

Education and Experience

Formal Education

Diploma/certificate in a hospitality and tourism management/food production.

Experience

Minimum of 1-year relevant working experience

Competencies

Knowledge and Skills

1. Willing and able to work odd hours.
2. Working knowledge of food preparation and presentation
3. knowledge of planning and forecasting
4. effective communications skills and interpersonal skills
5. computer literacy
6. problem solver
7. planning and organizing
8. strong and effective communication
9. customer service focus
10. quality orientation
11. teamwork
12. high performance
13. high energy level
14. ability to work under pressure with accuracy

living the famous brands core beliefs

1. Growth -  we are passionate about challenging, developing and growing our people, brands and partners
2. Quality- we provide outstanding products and unsurpassed service that, together, deliver premium value to our customers
3. Innovation- we encourage our employees to develop new ideas – whatever their job area – put a strong focus on supporting our partners, and supporting cross-cultural and cross-functional exchanges
4. Speed - we bring a sense of urgency to the timeous meeting of realistic deadlines
5. Agility -we embrace change and adapt to evolving market conditions, while delivering with ease, in order to stay ahead of our competitors
6. Integrity - we build trust by doing the right thing, even when no one is watching
7. Humility- we stay humble, carry ourselves with a quiet confidence, and treat others the same way that we want to be treated