LEAD BAKER
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KINNES FOODS LIMITED
Management & Business Development
1 week ago
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Nairobi
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Job summary
This role is ideal for a skilled and creative baker with leadership potential, capable of managing daily operations while contributing to product development and process improvement.
Min Qualification:
Diploma
Experience Level
Mid level
Experience Length
5 years
Language Requirement
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Job descriptions & requirements
DepartmentBakery
Reporting toDirector / Operations Manager
LocationNairobi
ROLE PURPOSE
The Lead Barker will provide hands-on leadership and supervision of bakery operations, ensuring consistent product quality, efficient production planning, team management, and continuous product innovation in line with Kinness Foods’ mission and values. This role is ideal for a skilled and creative baker with leadership potential, capable of managing daily operations while contributing to product development and process improvement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Production & Quality Management
- Plan and oversee daily bakery production schedules.
- Ensure consistent quality, portioning, and presentation of all bakery products.
- Monitor compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
- Identify and resolve production issues promptly.
- Team Supervision & Training
- Supervise bakery staff and allocate daily tasks effectively.
- Guide, mentor, and train junior bakers to maintain high performance.
- Enforce discipline, attendance, and workplace standards.
- Support a positive, productive team culture.
- Product Development & Innovation
- Participate in the development of new bakery products aligned with market demand.
- Improve existing recipes for quality, cost efficiency, and scalability.
- Collaborate with management on seasonal and institutional product requirements.
- Support pilot testing and standardization of new products.
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