MACE Old Leighlin, Oldleighlin, Co. Carlow, R93KX97 seek a Full Time & Confectionery Baker to work in their in store Bakery. 

Successful candidates must have a passion and flair for baking.

CUSTOMER CARE

• To serve customers in a friendly and efficient manner providing an exceptional standard of customer care
• Ensure products are served to customers in line with Food Hygiene Requirements
• Maintain knowledge of current in deli/bakery sales and promotions
• Assist customers with queries regarding deli/bakery products

FOOD MANAGEMENT

• Ensure effective & compliant HACCP control systems are in place
• Ensure policies and procedures pertaining to fresh food are implemented and managed
• Ensure area operates within relevant legislation in terms of HACCP
• Ensure regular cleaning of deli area and equipment
• Ensure relevant protective clothing is provided and worn
• Ensure critical control points are identified and monitored
• Ensure systems in place for temperature checking and food hygiene
• Ensure corrective action put in place for critical control points
• Ensure the appropriate waste management records are maintained
• Ensure appropriate controls are in place for fresh and red meats

STOCK MANAGEMENT

• Ensure effective stock control systems are in place ensuring stock is rotated accordingly and out of date stock is discarded appropriately
• Ensure wastage in the delicatessen area are maintained at a minimum level through effect management of the stock
• Ensure effective food management and waste systems are implemented, managed and updated appropriately
• Identify areas of stock leakage and ensure effective systems are in place to minimise stock loss (e.g. through wastage, damages)

OPERATIONS

• Ensure delicatessen standards are consistently improved in terms of housekeeping, merchandising, presentation and service ensuring no cross contamination of stock
• Plan for market changes and demands as they arise
• Ensure delicatessen promotions are managed appropriately
• Ensure consistent high levels of customer service are provided at all times
• Ensure all customer complaints are dealt with in the appropriate manner
• Take necessary action in deli improvements following customer complaints
• Ensure food preparation meets the required customer and hygiene standards
• Ensure area is presented and merchandised in an effective manner while ensuring compliance with HACCP guidelines
• Ensure overall customer service levels within the area are maintained at the required standard

• Flair and Passion for baking
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Numerical abilities
• The ability to work as part of a team
• The ability to use initiative
• Sound judgement with the ability to make decisions
• Self-motivated
• Good attention to detail