PASTRY BAKER

HIRING – PASTRY BAKER

Location: Pandan Reservoir MRT / Jurong East
Address: 190A Pandan Loop, Singapore 128440

Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract
Working Schedule: 5-Day Work Week
Salary: $2,200–$2,500/month

JOB OVERVIEW

We are looking for a dedicated, responsible, and detail-oriented Pastry Baker to join our kitchen and pastry production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily preparation and production of a wide range of pastries, cakes, breads, cookies, chocolate products, and other confectionery items.

The Pastry Baker is expected to maintain high standards of product quality, consistency, presentation, hygiene, food safety, and kitchen efficiency. You will work closely with the kitchen and production team to ensure that all products are prepared according to established recipes, production procedures, quality standards, and required presentation specifications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, mix, shape, proof, bake, decorate, and finish pastries, cakes, breads, cookies, and other confectionery products according to approved recipes and production requirements.

• Measure and prepare ingredients accurately to ensure consistency in taste, texture, appearance, and overall product quality.

• Follow established recipes, preparation methods, production schedules, portion sizes, and presentation standards.

• Monitor oven temperatures, baking times, proofing conditions, and other production requirements to ensure products are baked correctly and consistently.

• Check the quality of raw materials before production and ensure that all ingredients are fresh, suitable for use, and stored correctly.

• Inspect finished products for taste, texture, colour, size, shape, freshness, appearance, and overall presentation before they are packed or displayed.

• Prepare ingredients and mise en place required for daily pastry production and ensure that production areas are properly organised before work begins.

• Maintain sufficient ingredient and product stock levels to support smooth daily operations and minimise interruptions during production.

• Label, date, organise, and store ingredients and finished products properly according to FIFO procedures and food-safety requirements.

• Monitor ingredient usage carefully and minimise unnecessary wastage during preparation and production.

• Report production variances, damaged products, ingredient wastage, quality issues, and other concerns to the supervisor or relevant team member.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the pastry production area.

• Clean and sanitise workstations, preparation surfaces, baking equipment, ovens, mixers, utensils, trays, storage areas, and other kitchen equipment regularly.

• Ensure all food products are handled, prepared, stored, and transported in accordance with food-safety and hygiene requirements.

• Follow workplace safety procedures when operating ovens, mixers, food processors, and other baking or kitchen equipment.

• Check baking equipment and production tools regularly and report any equipment faults, breakdowns, or maintenance requirements promptly.

• Assist with receiving, checking, organising, and storing ingredients and other pastry supplies when required.

• Support inventory checks and assist in monitoring the availability of ingredients, packaging materials, and other production supplies.

• Assist with packing, labelling, portioning, and preparing finished products for delivery, display, or sale.

• Ensure all completed products are properly packed and presented according to company standards.

• Work efficiently to meet daily production targets while maintaining consistent product quality.

• Assist the pastry and kitchen team with additional preparation and production duties when required.

• Maintain good communication with supervisors and team members regarding production schedules, ingredient requirements, equipment issues, and product quality.

• Follow company policies, kitchen procedures, food-safety regulations, hygiene standards, and workplace-safety requirements at all times.

• Perform other reasonable kitchen, pastry production, and operational duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in pastry, baking, confectionery, or a commercial kitchen environment is preferred.

• Candidates with relevant pastry or baking qualifications and training will have an advantage.

• Good understanding of basic pastry and baking techniques.

• Able to follow recipes, production instructions, and standard operating procedures accurately.

• Good knowledge of ingredient handling, food preparation, storage, hygiene, and food-safety practices.

• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining attention to detail.

• Good understanding of baking temperatures, timing, preparation methods, and product quality control.

• Able to maintain consistent quality and presentation across daily production.

• Responsible, reliable, disciplined, and willing to learn.

• Able to work independently as well as cooperate effectively with other kitchen and pastry team members.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple production tasks according to priorities.

• Physically able to stand for extended periods and perform regular kitchen and pastry production duties.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The successful candidate will work in a professional pastry and kitchen production environment where cleanliness, organisation, food safety, product consistency, and efficiency are important. The role may involve extended periods of standing, repetitive preparation tasks, handling baking equipment, and working according to daily production schedules.

Candidates are expected to maintain a positive working attitude, follow instructions carefully, support other team members when necessary, and contribute to a clean, safe, and efficient working environment.

BENEFITS OF THE ROLE

• Stable 5-day work week
• Full-time contract position
• Monthly salary of $2,200–$2,500
• Opportunity to gain experience in professional pastry and baking production
• Opportunity to develop practical skills in pastries, cakes, breads, cookies, and confectionery products
• Structured kitchen and production environment
• Opportunity to work as part of an experienced pastry and kitchen team

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are welcome to apply for this position.

Please prepare your updated resume with relevant pastry, baking, kitchen, or food-production experience. Candidates with suitable experience may be contacted for further discussion and an interview.

Position: Pastry Baker
Location: 190A Pandan Loop, Singapore 128440
Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract
Working Days: 5 Days per Week
Salary: $2,200–$2,500/month