baking operator

Description

Baking operators tend automatic reels or conveyor-type ovens to bake bread, pastries and other bakery products. They interpret work orders to determine the products and the quantities to be baked. They set the operational speed of conveyors, baking times, and temperatures. They supervise the baking process and maintain oven operations in control.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

bakery ingredients bakery production methods mill operations temperature scales health, safety and hygiene legislation

Practical Skills

apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages bake goods tend bakery ovens be at ease in unsafe environments monitor temperature in farinaceous processes apply HACCP exert quality control to processing food follow production schedule clean food and beverage machinery manage production changeovers measure precise food processing operations adhere to organisational guidelines stand high temperatures operate a heat treatment process ensure correct use of bakery equipment set up machine controls ensure sanitation apply GMP apply flame handling regulations pursue excellence in the creation of food products monitor machine operations follow hygienic procedures during food processing manage kiln ventilation manufacturing of confectionery maintain mechanical equipment follow verbal instructions work in a food processing team monitor temperature in manufacturing process of food and beverages liaise with colleagues keep machines oiled for steady functioning follow written instructions secure goods ensure compliance with environmental legislation in food production liaise with managers perform services in a flexible manner act reliably label samples