About the Role
Prixair Group, a premier hospitality and catering leader in Nigeria encompassing hotels, restaurants, and event services, is looking for an experienced Baker to join our dynamic culinary team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests by producing a wide variety of fresh, high-quality breads, pastries, and desserts. If you possess a passion for baking, precision in your measurements, and a commitment to culinary excellence, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare and bake a wide variety of breads, cakes, pastries, cookies, and pies according to established recipes.
- Accurately measure, weigh, and mix ingredients to ensure consistent taste and texture.
- Operate, clean, and maintain essential baking equipment, including industrial ovens, mixers, and dough-sheeters.
- Monitor baking temperatures and timing meticulously to guarantee superior product quality.
- Decorate cakes and pastries skillfully to meet specific customer and event requirements.
- Ensure proper stock rotation, labeling, and storage of raw ingredients and finished baked goods.
- Maintain rigorous standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation across all work surfaces and utensils.
- Adhere strictly to Nigerian food safety regulations and workplace health and safety protocols.
- Collaborate effectively with kitchen and catering staff to meet high-volume production deadlines.
- Minimum of 2 years of proven professional baking experience within a hotel, bakery, or catering establishment.
- Possession of a certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts, Pastry Making, or a related field is a distinct advantage.
- Deep knowledge of baking science, ingredient interactions, and recipe scaling.
- Exceptional attention to detail with strong creative cake decorating skills.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy ingredient bags safely.
- Strong teamwork, time management, and communication skills.
- Valid certification in food handling and safety hygiene.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a leading hospitality group.
- HMO health insurance coverage.
- Daily meals provided during shifts.
- A supportive, creative, and fast-paced working environment.