Reference Number: SHO251111-4
Job Type: Part-Time
Location: Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 16 November 2025
Purpose of the Job:
As a Baker at Checkers, you will serve as the brand ambassador for the bakery, playing an essential role in ensuring that customers have access to fresh, high-quality baked goods. You will follow company standards, including health and safety requirements, to consistently produce a variety of delicious bakery products. Your focus will be on delivering a positive customer experience through high-quality baked goods and maintaining excellent production standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and Produce Quality Bakery Products: Ensure that baked goods are made according to Checkers’ recipes, product guidelines, and quality standards.
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Follow Housekeeping, Food Safety, and Hygiene Standards: Apply stringent food safety and hygiene practices in line with health and safety regulations.
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Plan and Execute Production Schedules: Organize and manage the production of bakery items based on effective schedules to meet customer demand.
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Maximize Sales and Minimize Waste: Focus on ensuring that products are produced efficiently, maintaining quality while reducing waste.
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Ensure Customer Satisfaction: Strive to exceed customer expectations with the bakery products you produce.
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Mentor Bakery Assistants and New Bakers: Provide guidance and coaching to staff, improving production quality and efficiency.
Qualifications:
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Grade 12 or equivalent.
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A relevant baking certificate (Advantageous).
Experience:
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Experience as a Baker Assistant or Baker in a retail baking environment, particularly in preparing and baking a variety of goods such as pastries, bread, rolls, etc.
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Experience in food preparation and presentation methods (Advantageous).
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Hands-on experience addressing food safety issues within an operational environment (Advantageous).
Knowledge and Skills:
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Knowledge of Food Preparation and Presentation: Understanding of methods and techniques for preparing, presenting, and maintaining high-quality baked goods.
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Knowledge of Food Safety, Hygiene, and OHS Act: Familiarity with food safety regulations, hygiene practices, and safety standards.
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Creative Orientation Toward Baking: A passion for baking and the ability to experiment with different products and recipes.
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Attention to Detail and High-Quality Orientation: A keen eye for detail and commitment to producing high-quality bakery products.
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Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply before the 16th of November 2025.