Confectioner

Main purpose of the role:
Ensure the Confectionery Department operates efficiently and effectively at all times. Provide our customers with excellent quality products and customer service.

The ideal candidate will have/be:
• A recognised qualification in pastry and/or have at least 2 years` experience in a bakery or quality focused restaurant or hotel
• Creative and able to embrace new recipes
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs
• Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible
• Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Main duties:
• Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative;
• Prepare and present the highest quality bakery items, desserts and pastries
• Assist in volume production
• Be passionate about keeping up to date with the latest culinary trends and bring your ideas to the team
• Drive sales through instore initiatives
• Merchandise and present the department to the highest standard at all times and in accordance with relevant store planograms and guidelines;
• Adhere to weekly stocktaking and daily waste procedures in the Bakery
• Conduct quality and freshness checks
• Attend relevant training as required and implement learnings in store