We are seeking a skilled and passionate Night Baker to join our team at Patisserie Sainte Anne, a renowned French bakery known for its authentic and delectable baked goods. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in creating exceptional French pastries and collaborating with our team of chefs to deliver an unparalleled culinary experience to our customers.
Responsibilities:
Pastry Production: Produce a variety of high-quality French tarts and pastries adhering to traditional techniques and recipes. Maintain consistency in size, shape, texture, and flavour.
Dough Preparation: Prepare dough by carefully measuring and mixing ingredients, monitoring fermentation processes, and ensuring appropriate proofing times for optimal rise and texture.
Baking Operations: Operate and monitor baking equipment such as ovens, proofing boxes, and mixers. Adhere to temperature and timing guidelines to achieve desired characteristics.
Quality Control: Conduct regular quality checks on batches, ensuring they meet our bakery's standards for appearance, taste, and texture. Make necessary adjustments to recipes and processes as needed.
Collaboration: Work closely with our team of chefs to coordinate baking schedules and production plans. Assist in the creation of new recipes and contribute innovative ideas to enhance our bakery's offerings.
Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized baking area, following strict sanitation and hygiene standards. Adhere to food safety guidelines and practices to ensure the safety of our products.
Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring ingredient inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to the appropriate personnel. Minimize wastage by managing ingredient usage efficiently.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a Baker, with a focus on French breads/pastries.
Knowledge of traditional French baking techniques, including mixing, shaping, proofing, and baking.
Good understanding of ingredient interactions, fermentation processes, and the impact of temperature and humidity on production.
Attention to detail and commitment to producing consistently high-quality products.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen environment, coordinating with other chefs and staff.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively to meet production schedules.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices for maintaining a clean and hygienic workspace.
Creative mindset with the ability to contribute to recipe development and innovation.
Effective communication skills to interact with team members and customers.
Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required by bakery operations.
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
