Company Overview

GreenScape Hotels blends luxury hospitality with sustainable practices, offering our guests an eco-friendly retreat. Our properties feature on-site bakeries and patisseries that showcase locally sourced ingredients and artisanal baking. We’re seeking a talented Baker Chef to join our culinary team and delight guests with freshly baked breads, pastries and desserts.

Role Summary

The Baker Chef is responsible for planning, preparing and presenting a variety of baked goods—ranging from artisan breads to plated desserts—while upholding GreenScape’s commitment to quality, sustainability and consistency. You’ll work closely with the Executive and Sous Chefs to develop seasonal bakery menus, manage production schedules and maintain the highest standards of food safety.

Key Responsibilities

Recipe Development & Production

Create and standardise recipes for breads, viennoiserie, pastries and desserts

Scale recipes for daily production volumes and special events

Ensure consistency in taste, texture and presentation

Daily Bakery Operations

Prepare doughs and batters, manage fermentation and proofing processes

Bake, finish and plate items according to service timelines

Monitor bake times, oven temperatures and product quality

Menu Collaboration

Work with the culinary team to integrate bakery offerings into breakfast, in-house dining and banqueting menus

Develop seasonal or thematic bakery specials using sustainable, local ingredients

Inventory & Cost Control

Forecast ingredient requirements and place orders with approved suppliers

Minimise waste through careful batch planning and proper storage

Track food costs and adjust production to meet budget targets

Quality & Sanitation

Adhere strictly to food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, local regulations)

Maintain a clean, organised bakery workspace and equipment

Train and supervise junior bakery staff in proper techniques and hygiene

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Baking Expertise

Proficiency in artisan breadmaking (sourdough, levain, enriched doughs)

Skilled in pastry techniques (lamination, choux, custards, mousses)

Familiarity with plating and modern dessert presentation

Organisational & Time-Management

Strong ability to plan multi-stage processes and meet tight service deadlines

Attention to detail in scaling recipes and quality control

Creativity & Innovation

Capacity to generate new flavour combinations and bakery concepts

An eye for aesthetic plating and display

Teamwork & Communication

Collaborative approach, working seamlessly with front-of-house and kitchen teams

Clear verbal instructions and demonstrative training for junior staff

Physical Stamina

Able to stand for extended periods, lift heavy ingredient bags and work in a warm kitchen environment

Preferred Qualifications

Formal culinary qualification specialising in baking and pastry arts (diploma or degree)

Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a professional bakery or hotel patisserie

Knowledge of sustainability practices in sourcing and waste reduction

Additional certifications in food safety (e.g., ServSafe, Level 2 HACCP)

What We Offer

A creative, environmentally conscious kitchen environment

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional development and external workshops

Staff discounts on accommodation and dining across all GreenScape properties

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