Job Overview
S&M Recruitment is currently seeking a skilled and passionate Confectioner to join a growing bakery team based in Montana, Pretoria.
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating high-quality cakes, desserts, pastries and confectionery products while maintaining exceptional presentation standards, food safety practices and consistent product quality.
If you have a passion for baking, creativity and attention to detail, we'd love to hear from you.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is passionate about baking and creating beautiful confectionery products. They have excellent decorating skills, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and consistently produce products of the highest quality while maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards.
Skills Required
Cake Decorating
Confectionery
Baking
Pastry
Buttercream
Fondant
Icing
Chocolate Work
Sugar Craft
Dessert Production
Food Safety
Hygiene Standards
Time Management
Creativity
Attention to Detail
Teamwork
Quality Control
Production Planning
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, bake and decorate cakes, cupcakes and other confectionery products.
Prepare icings, fillings, frostings and decorative elements.
Produce pastries, tarts and desserts according to recipes.
Ensure products meet quality and presentation standards.
Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.
Monitor ingredient quality and stock levels.
Assist with new product development and seasonal creations.
Ensure production deadlines are met.
Operate bakery equipment safely.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Minimum 2 years' experience as a Confectioner.
Strong knowledge of confectionery techniques.
Experience making and decorating cakes.
Experience with icing, fondant and buttercream.
Excellent attention to detail.
Creative and artistic ability.
Ability to work under pressure.
Able to meet production deadlines.
Reliable and punctual.
Team player with a positive attitude.
Preferred Requirements
Matric (Grade 12).
Relevant Baking or Confectionery qualification.
Experience in a commercial bakery.
Food Safety or HACCP training.
Experience with wedding and celebration cakes.
Experience working with chocolate and sugar decorations.