A leading cake baking company seeks the services of a suitably qualified Food Technologist / Master Baker to join the Team in Durban.
The successful Candidate will require ~
- A degree or equivalent (or higher will be advantageous) in Food Technology, Nutritional sciences / Dietetics with an added advantage for Quality management.
- six years’ + experience in research & development of new products in
a Cake/Desserts/Baking FMCG manufacturing environment.
- proven scientific knowledge in the fields of baking/food technology, nutrition and good technical understanding with special focus on cakes, desserts & baking.
- an ability to scientifically scrutinize existing formulations & find potential ways to both improve quality/yields/costs
- ability to manage projects; product specification; nutritional calculations; product costings; conducting sensory tastings; planning & executing production trials & shelf-life testing.
- Proficient in speaking, reading & writing in English with report writing skills & compilation ability.
- Advanced Microsoft Office Skills, especially Excel plus strong mathematical skills.
- Attention to detail, a drive towards efficiency & dedication to complete the tasks at hand.
- Passion for baking with a strong affinity for all kinds of food preparation and creative thinking.
- Specific interest in the cake/desserts/baking market and the associated trends.
- A team-player, outgoing personality, service-oriented & innovative.
- Enjoy training others & sharing knowledge to expand skillsets.
- Prior experience in working with Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Food Safety Systems Certification (FSSC) and the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) standards.
Qualified & interested?
Please rush a comprehensive CV, plus copies of qualifications, a recent head sot pic & motivational support letter to info to [Email Address Removed]. Please quote CAKE/TECH
Desired Skills:
- Team player