Head Baker

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

Job Description

How does your working day look like

Brand & Strategic Leadership

• Support menu innovation by staying ahead of industry trends and delivering creative, timely concepts.
• Ensure accurate costing, recipe cards, and product feasibility within operations.
• Collaborate with Culinary leadership and operations teams for smooth implementation and training.
• Conduct daily quality and consistency checks.
• Stay informed and engage the team through Workplace updates.
  
  

People Management

• Share food innovation knowledge and lead by example in service.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate team members regularly, promoting performance and growth.
• Maintain open, clear communication across departments and during briefings.
• Coordinate team schedules, set goals, and manage time effectively.
• Enforce hygiene standards, discipline when needed, and build team morale through positive engagement.
  
  

Operations Management

• Lead daily kitchen operations in absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure compliance with food policies, HACCP, and sanitation standards.
• Control food cost, stock rotation (FIFO), and minimize waste.
• Drive quality, creativity, and productivity across all culinary areas.
• Oversee ordering, equipment maintenance, and stock levels in line with business needs.
  
  

Hygiene & Safety

• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment per HACCP and hotel standards.
• Follow safety procedures and sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure food safety documentation and practices are always up to date.
  
  

Qualifications

Your personality counts more than your CV

Education

• Vocational diploma in food & beverage and/or any initial training if the person is highly motivated by the sector and that his/her level of commitment and skills have been validated.
• Own Language and English written and verbal.
• PIC Certificate (to be provided)
• First Aid & Fire prevention training
  
  

Qualities

• Come as you are
• You are organised and thorough approach
• You are manually skilled
• You are speed and efficiency
• You are adaptability and good listening skills
• You are good observational skills
• You are communication skills