Job Description

Introduction to the VKB Group
The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.
Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.
This "house of brands" we've established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

To manufacture high-quality confectionery products according to the Bakery Manager's production plans and quality standards.
Requirements

• Minimum 3 years baking experience
• Matric / NQF Level 4 or equivalent
• Recognized technical qualification in Confectionery
• Passionate about food, people, and cleanliness
• Willingness to work shifts
• Creative flair for product presentation
• Completion of safety, bakery manufacturing, and hygiene training
• Understanding of cold chain and hygiene protocols
• In-depth knowledge of confectionery products, ingredients, and quality indicators
• Knowledge of bakery equipment operation and maintenance
• Clean Criminal Record

• Customer Service
• Take orders accurately and provide product advice.
• Stock Control
• Mix, prepare, and bake a variety of confectionery products to meet quality standards
• Creatively decorate confectionery items ensuring appealing presentation
• Interpret recipe costings and accurately prepare recipes
• Lead and manage a team effectively, delegating tasks as required
• Maintain hygiene, safety, and housekeeping standards in the bakery
• Monitor and maintain ideal stock levels within the production chain
• Ensure cold chain procedures are followed to maintain product quality
• Operate and maintain bakery equipment safely and correctly
• Stay updated on current and future baking and confectionery trends
• Clean display cabinets, tools, and preparation areas throughout the day.
• Follow strict hygiene and food safety standards.

• Baking skills to produce a quality range of confectionery products
• Creative decoration skills for attractive product presentation
• Team player with a positive, customer-first attitude
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Diligent
• Problem solver
• Thorough, precise and accurate

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