SENIOR TECHNICAL PASTRY CHEF (PRODUCTION & MACHINERY SPECIALIST) X2 – Bahari Foods 659 views

Location: Selibe-Phikwe, Botswana
Type: Full-Time

Role Purpose:

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Pastry Chef and Food Production Manager with a minimum of 5 years of experience to lead our thin pastry and allied products production line. Required to develop high-quality recipes for commercial users. Should be qualified for the end-to-end production of the current products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recipe Development: Create and refine recipes for fine, thin pastry (e.g., Phyllo, Spring Roll, Puff) that meet rigorous export and regional quality standards. Develop New products with Recipe development team.
• Production Operations: Operate the automatic sheeter machine and auxiliary equipment to ensure consistent, high-grade output.
• Machine Maintenance: Perform troubleshooting and fix minor mechanical issues on the sheeter and production line to minimize downtime.
• Quality Control: Ensure all products meet strict export regulations and manufacturing standards.
• Ingredient Mastery: Utilize a deep understanding of raw materials and flour science to adjust formulations based on environmental factors and ingredient batches.
• R&D: Proven ability to formulate recipes that remain stable during mass production and packaging for both B2B and B2C markets.
• Material Science: Expert knowledge of gluten development, hydration, and raw material properties.

Requirements:

• 5+ Years Experience in pastry production, specifically with thin doughs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude: comfortable using tools to fix and calibrate machinery.
• In-depth knowledge of food science, raw materials, and preservation for commercial manufacturing.
• Experience with HACCP/ISO standards for export is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Proven track record in a manufacturing or high-volume bakery environment.