21/04/2026
Experienced Cookie Baker / Confectioner
Location: Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Market Related
About Us:
Whimsical Cakery is a passionate, busy and growing bakery dedicated to delivering high-quality, delicious baked goods. We are looking for a creative and fast-paced Cookie Baker to join our team and help us create treats that keep our customers coming back for more.
Job Description & Duties:
Daily Production - Prepare and bake a wide variety of cookies, biscuits, and confectionery goods independently. Opportunities for creativity and skill development.
Recipe Compliance:
Follow established recipes precisely to ensure consistent product quality, taste, and texture.
Quality Control:
Monitor product quality, including ingredient freshness and finished item appearance.
Cleaning & Maintenance:
Maintain a clean, organised and sanitary baking area in compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
Stock Rotation:
Manage ingredients and stock rotation
Requirements:
-Minimum 2 years of experience as a commercial baker or confectioner, preferably in a retail or patisserie environment.
-Strong knowledge of baking techniques, doughs, and oven management.
-High attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
-Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items (flour bags, trays).
-Flexible schedule, including weekends and early shifts.
-Competitive pay
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and portfolio (if applicable) of baked goods and cookies to [email protected]
Key Requirements:
Experience: Retail supermarkets, boutique patisserie or artisan bakeries are highly valued.
Skills:
Experience with dough preparation, glazing, and piping techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
Following strict health and safety standards, recipe compliance, product quality and pride, managing inventory and maintaining equipment.
Salary Insight: TO BE DISCUSSED IN INTERVIEW...some junior positions, with higher market-related rates for experienced staff.
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