Head Of Line (Pastry Production/Pastry Decor/Bread)
Summary
Oversee pastry production, bread baking, and cake decorating in a high-volume bakery, managing schedules, quality control, and a team of bakers.
Experience
- At least 8 years of experience in the pastry and baking industry is required
- Proven experience of supervisory role in a production/bakery kitchen
- Demonstrated leadership in managing production schedules, resource allocation, and team supervision
Technical Skills
- Strong expertise in batter mixing, moulding, shaping, baking, and layer cake assembly
- Ability to conduct QA checks and maintain batch consistency
- Familiarity with recipe development, SOP enforcement, and workflow troubleshooting
Soft Skills
- Strong organisational and problem-solving ability
- Effective communication and coaching skills for training junior staff
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Certifications
- Diploma in Pastry/Baking/Culinary Arts is advantageous
- Basic Food Hygiene Certification (WSQ) required