36 Bakeries jobs in South Africa

We are PepsiCo

PepsiCo is proud to be one of the world’s leading food and beverage companies. Every day, we are dedicated to bringing our mission to create more smiles with every sip and every bite to life. Our products are enjoyed more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. Our portfolio — including Lay’s, Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi and Quaker — consists of many iconic brands that generate more than US $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales, helping to deliver more than US $70 billion in net revenue in 2020.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive. Through PepsiCo Positive, we are charting a new course to drive positive action for the planet and people. PepsiCo Positive is an end-to-end strategic business transformation with sustainability at the centre of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change.

In South Africa (SA), you will find our products across the region at breakfast, lunch or dinner. At the gym or on the field. In the office or on the go. We refresh, restore and rejuvenate our consumers all day, every day with our key brands including Simba, Lay's, Liqui Fruit and Bokomo range of cereals. PepsiCo SA employs more than 13, 000 people across our three business divisions: Bakeries, Grains, Foods, Fruit, Snacks, Juice & Beverages.

The purpose of the job is to enable and build the growth potential of the Bakeries BU. The person will fulfil the marketing lead for this extensive portfolio. A high degree of co-ordination will be expected of the incumbent in developing strategy and executing plans to build national brands within the context of regional dynamics. The incumbent will bring in-market, in-category market capability and ensure more strategic coherence and more synergies across the portfolio offerings that do exist today.

Practical Tips:

• Responsible for brand development, brand building, category growth strategy for full suite of brands and sub-categories across South Africa.
• This marketing leader would be responsible for Category strategy with GM alignment, AOP planning and translation into Marketing Strategy, marketing campaigns and activation plans for the category.
• Own and drive brand equity, SOM and appropriately launch new brands or brand extensions, in conjunction with Commercialisation and R&D.
• Liaise with SA CMO in developing and utilizing the support marketing ecosystem, developing and deepening consumer intimacy programmes, and building out consumer engagement platforms.
• The role incumbent will partner with Regional Bakery leadership teams to develop on the ground and BTL support for the Bakery GMs in each region.
• Lead innovation agenda for growth and market relevance.
• Leadership of external stakeholders (agencies) and internal leadership of cross functional teams.
• Works within the SA CMO matrix marketing organisation, and aligned to AMESA marketing as required. PepsiCo marketing principles are followed in utilizing the marketing ecosystem, developing and deepening consumer intimacy programmes, driving the innovation agenda with Commercialisation, and building out consumer engagement platforms utilizing TCP and other PepsiCo templates.

Accountabilities:

• Set strategic agenda and commercials plans to accelerate growth, in alignment with the Category GM and the SSA CMO
• Leads development of the long term strategic frame work for SA, including portfolio strategy and pricing strategy. Partners with key functions to build and share the best internal and external thinking.
• Business Performance - Decision (D) Leads, directs, and controls marketing policies, programs, and activities to meet business objectives for local brand portfolio. Creates effective and efficient brand support and prioritizes brand investments in line with long term strategies and growth objectives. Decision rights are per SA Marketing agreed DICE.
• Align Brand calendars with GTM and DX teams
• Strategic Business Planning - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Supports delivery of Annual Operating Plan (AOP) - Decision (D)
  • Leads PSP translation to the effective Annual Operating Plans in category local brands.
  • Develops communication strategy for pportfolio brands - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Drives investments efficiency across SA via strategic partnerships, relevant activations and by lifting and adapting proven models.
  • People Management - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Leads, coaches and develops team members to sustainably deliver against long term strategic goals.
  • Drive SOM gains in priority categories
• Deliver NR & NOPBT growth targets with Category GM
• Drive Brand Health & Loyalty metrics with SA CMO and SA Insights & Analytics Senior Director
• Execute Innovation & Pipeline priorities with Commercialisation and R&D partners
• Management of complex matrix of internal and external stakeholders

• 8 – 10 years experience in brand marketing, preferably within FMCG
• Honours (4 year) Degree in Marketing or Business Management/ Economics with a focus on Marketing, Masters a plus
• Track record of developing and deploying effective communication assets across all media channels.
• Relevant experience in managing agency relationships (creative, digital, media buying)
• Provide assumptions for long term brand growth, planned innovation, promotional guideline
• Proven portfolio management
• Proven leadership skills
• Functional Excellence, recognized by peers and leaders in previous roles
• Demonstration of strategy and commercial track record on complex portfolio
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent commercial acumen and demonstrated ability to deliver results
• Strong expertise and skills in Brand Purposeful positioning, TCP and 360 Brand communications
• Experience in Digital and programmatic content
• Strong Innovation skills
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to influence a broad set of senior stakeholders
• Strong matrix management skills
• Agency management
• Demonstrated ability to lead a large team

“PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"

We are PepsiCo

PepsiCo is proud to be one of the world’s leading food and beverage companies. Every day, we are dedicated to bringing our mission to create more smiles with every sip and every bite to life. Our products are enjoyed more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. Our portfolio — including Lay’s, Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi and Quaker — consists of many iconic brands that generate more than US $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales, helping to deliver more than US $70 billion in net revenue in 2020.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive. Through PepsiCo Positive, we are charting a new course to drive positive action for the planet and people. PepsiCo Positive is an end-to-end strategic business transformation with sustainability at the centre of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change.

In South Africa (SA), you will find our products across the region at breakfast, lunch or dinner. At the gym or on the field. In the office or on the go. We refresh, restore and rejuvenate our consumers all day, every day with our key brands including Simba, Lay's, Liqui Fruit and Bokomo range of cereals. PepsiCo SA employs more than 13, 000 people across our three business divisions: Bakeries, Grains, Foods, Fruit, Snacks, Juice & Beverages.

The purpose of the job is to enable and build the growth potential of the Bakeries BU. The person will fulfil the marketing lead for this extensive portfolio. A high degree of co-ordination will be expected of the incumbent in developing strategy and executing plans to build national brands within the context of regional dynamics. The incumbent will bring in-market, in-category market capability and ensure more strategic coherence and more synergies across the portfolio offerings that do exist today.

Practical Tips:

• Responsible for brand development, brand building, category growth strategy for full suite of brands and sub-categories across South Africa.
• This marketing leader would be responsible for Category strategy with GM alignment, AOP planning and translation into Marketing Strategy, marketing campaigns and activation plans for the category.
• Own and drive brand equity, SOM and appropriately launch new brands or brand extensions, in conjunction with Commercialisation and R&D.
• Liaise with SA CMO in developing and utilizing the support marketing ecosystem, developing and deepening consumer intimacy programmes, and building out consumer engagement platforms.
• The role incumbent will partner with Regional Bakery leadership teams to develop on the ground and BTL support for the Bakery GMs in each region.
• Lead innovation agenda for growth and market relevance.
• Leadership of external stakeholders (agencies) and internal leadership of cross functional teams.
• Works within the SA CMO matrix marketing organisation, and aligned to AMESA marketing as required. PepsiCo marketing principles are followed in utilizing the marketing ecosystem, developing and deepening consumer intimacy programmes, driving the innovation agenda with Commercialisation, and building out consumer engagement platforms utilizing TCP and other PepsiCo templates.

Accountabilities:

• Set strategic agenda and commercials plans to accelerate growth, in alignment with the Category GM and the SSA CMO
• Leads development of the long term strategic frame work for SA, including portfolio strategy and pricing strategy. Partners with key functions to build and share the best internal and external thinking.
• Business Performance - Decision (D) Leads, directs, and controls marketing policies, programs, and activities to meet business objectives for local brand portfolio. Creates effective and efficient brand support and prioritizes brand investments in line with long term strategies and growth objectives. Decision rights are per SA Marketing agreed DICE.
• Align Brand calendars with GTM and DX teams
• Strategic Business Planning - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Supports delivery of Annual Operating Plan (AOP) - Decision (D)
  • Leads PSP translation to the effective Annual Operating Plans in category local brands.
  • Develops communication strategy for pportfolio brands - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Drives investments efficiency across SA via strategic partnerships, relevant activations and by lifting and adapting proven models.
  • People Management - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Leads, coaches and develops team members to sustainably deliver against long term strategic goals.
  • Drive SOM gains in priority categories
• Deliver NR & NOPBT growth targets with Category GM
• Drive Brand Health & Loyalty metrics with SA CMO and SA Insights & Analytics Senior Director
• Execute Innovation & Pipeline priorities with Commercialisation and R&D partners
• Management of complex matrix of internal and external stakeholders

• 8 – 10 years experience in brand marketing, preferably within FMCG
• Honours (4 year) Degree in Marketing or Business Management/ Economics with a focus on Marketing, Masters a plus
• Track record of developing and deploying effective communication assets across all media channels.
• Relevant experience in managing agency relationships (creative, digital, media buying)
• Provide assumptions for long term brand growth, planned innovation, promotional guideline
• Proven portfolio management
• Proven leadership skills
• Functional Excellence, recognized by peers and leaders in previous roles
• Demonstration of strategy and commercial track record on complex portfolio
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent commercial acumen and demonstrated ability to deliver results
• Strong expertise and skills in Brand Purposeful positioning, TCP and 360 Brand communications
• Experience in Digital and programmatic content
• Strong Innovation skills
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to influence a broad set of senior stakeholders
• Strong matrix management skills
• Agency management
• Demonstrated ability to lead a large team

“PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"

We are PepsiCo

PepsiCo is proud to be one of the world’s leading food and beverage companies. Every day, we are dedicated to bringing our mission to create more smiles with every sip and every bite to life. Our products are enjoyed more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. Our portfolio — including Lay’s, Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi and Quaker — consists of many iconic brands that generate more than US $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales, helping to deliver more than US $70 billion in net revenue in 2020.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive. Through PepsiCo Positive, we are charting a new course to drive positive action for the planet and people. PepsiCo Positive is an end-to-end strategic business transformation with sustainability at the centre of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change.

In South Africa (SA), you will find our products across the region at breakfast, lunch or dinner. At the gym or on the field. In the office or on the go. We refresh, restore and rejuvenate our consumers all day, every day with our key brands including Simba, Lay's, Liqui Fruit and Bokomo range of cereals. PepsiCo SA employs more than 13, 000 people across our three business divisions: Bakeries, Grains, Foods, Fruit, Snacks, Juice & Beverages.

The purpose of the job is to enable and build the growth potential of the Bakeries BU. The person will fulfil the marketing lead for this extensive portfolio. A high degree of co-ordination will be expected of the incumbent in developing strategy and executing plans to build national brands within the context of regional dynamics. The incumbent will bring in-market, in-category market capability and ensure more strategic coherence and more synergies across the portfolio offerings that do exist today.

Practical Tips:

• Responsible for brand development, brand building, category growth strategy for full suite of brands and sub-categories across South Africa.
• This marketing leader would be responsible for Category strategy with GM alignment, AOP planning and translation into Marketing Strategy, marketing campaigns and activation plans for the category.
• Own and drive brand equity, SOM and appropriately launch new brands or brand extensions, in conjunction with Commercialisation and R&D.
• Liaise with SA CMO in developing and utilizing the support marketing ecosystem, developing and deepening consumer intimacy programmes, and building out consumer engagement platforms.
• The role incumbent will partner with Regional Bakery leadership teams to develop on the ground and BTL support for the Bakery GMs in each region.
• Lead innovation agenda for growth and market relevance.
• Leadership of external stakeholders (agencies) and internal leadership of cross functional teams.
• Works within the SA CMO matrix marketing organisation, and aligned to AMESA marketing as required. PepsiCo marketing principles are followed in utilizing the marketing ecosystem, developing and deepening consumer intimacy programmes, driving the innovation agenda with Commercialisation, and building out consumer engagement platforms utilizing TCP and other PepsiCo templates.

Accountabilities:

• Set strategic agenda and commercials plans to accelerate growth, in alignment with the Category GM and the SSA CMO
• Leads development of the long term strategic frame work for SA, including portfolio strategy and pricing strategy. Partners with key functions to build and share the best internal and external thinking.
• Business Performance - Decision (D) Leads, directs, and controls marketing policies, programs, and activities to meet business objectives for local brand portfolio. Creates effective and efficient brand support and prioritizes brand investments in line with long term strategies and growth objectives. Decision rights are per SA Marketing agreed DICE.
• Align Brand calendars with GTM and DX teams
• Strategic Business Planning - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Supports delivery of Annual Operating Plan (AOP) - Decision (D)
  • Leads PSP translation to the effective Annual Operating Plans in category local brands.
  • Develops communication strategy for pportfolio brands - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Drives investments efficiency across SA via strategic partnerships, relevant activations and by lifting and adapting proven models.
  • People Management - Decision (D), Execute (E)
  • Leads, coaches and develops team members to sustainably deliver against long term strategic goals.
  • Drive SOM gains in priority categories
• Deliver NR & NOPBT growth targets with Category GM
• Drive Brand Health & Loyalty metrics with SA CMO and SA Insights & Analytics Senior Director
• Execute Innovation & Pipeline priorities with Commercialisation and R&D partners
• Management of complex matrix of internal and external stakeholders

• 8 – 10 years experience in brand marketing, preferably within FMCG
• Honours (4 year) Degree in Marketing or Business Management/ Economics with a focus on Marketing, Masters a plus
• Track record of developing and deploying effective communication assets across all media channels.
• Relevant experience in managing agency relationships (creative, digital, media buying)
• Provide assumptions for long term brand growth, planned innovation, promotional guideline
• Proven portfolio management
• Proven leadership skills
• Functional Excellence, recognized by peers and leaders in previous roles
• Demonstration of strategy and commercial track record on complex portfolio
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent commercial acumen and demonstrated ability to deliver results
• Strong expertise and skills in Brand Purposeful positioning, TCP and 360 Brand communications
• Experience in Digital and programmatic content
• Strong Innovation skills
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to influence a broad set of senior stakeholders
• Strong matrix management skills
• Agency management
• Demonstrated ability to lead a large team

“PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"

Our client requires a passionate Pastry Chef to join their bakery team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following :

• Daily running and overseeing of all pastry preparations.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to create innovative desserts, pastries and confectionery items.
• Continuously explore new techniques, flavours and trends in pastry-making to keep the menu fresh and exciting.
• Staff management.
• Inventory and stock management.

Applications are awaited from persons who comply with the following :

• Degree or diploma in culinary arts.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a similar position.
• Minimum 1 years' experience in a senior role.
• An extensive repertoire of pastry and confectionery techniques and trends.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to function as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with challenging deadlines.
• Willingness to work on weekends and public holidays.

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SUMMARY:

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000493/DB

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:

Luxury Hotel in the Pretoria (Kameeldrift) area is looking for a Pastry Chef .

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced candidate, with demonstrate expertise in making desserts, baking pastries and artisanal breads.

POSITION INFO:

Duties:

Oversee the daily production of desserts, pastries and artisanal breads, ensuring consistent quality and presentation to meet the standards.

Demonstrate the ability to handle baking volumes during peak periods, efficiently meeting the demands of guests.

Ensure a steady supply of fresh pastries and breads

Efficiently manage multiple tasks, including pastry production and inventory management

Plan to meet demand and maintain smooth operations.

Demonstrate quick thinking and problem-solving skills to address any challenges that arise during baking or service.

Create innovative and seasonal pastry menus

Uphold the highest standards of pastry quality, ensuring that all products meet standards.

Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines, sanitation standards, and food handling practices.

Requirements:

Grade 12

Formal Qualifications.

At least 3 – 4 years’ experience as a Pastry Chef in a high-end hotel or restaurant.

Exceptional baking skills

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to guide and inspire staff.

Ability to work under pressure and deliver exceptional results during busy periods.

Multi-tasking abilities and excellent organizational skills to manage pastry production and staff effectively.

Teaching and training abilities to develop the skills of junior pastry chefs and bakery staff.

Creativity and passion for pastry arts

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Advertising Services

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SUMMARY:

Our Client is looking for a Pastry Chef to join their team

Recruiter:

IntelliStaff

Job Ref:

JHB003467/RD

Date posted:

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Location:

Franschhoek, South Africa

Salary:

MR Monthly

SUMMARY:

Our Client is looking for a Pastry Chef to join their team

POSITION INFO:

Area/Location: Franschhoek, Cape Town

Main Responsibility:

Responsible for creating a variety of high-quality baked goods and desserts while ensuring consistency, quality, and creativity across all pastry operations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and design a wide range of pastries, desserts, and other baked goods for the restaurant menu.
• Develop innovative pastry and dessert offerings for seasonal menus and special events.
• Monitor food quality and presentation, ensuring alignment with the standards set by the Head Chef; correct any inconsistencies as needed.
• Collaborate in the development and testing of new pastry items, taking into account seasonal ingredients, guest preferences, and current trends.
• Assist the Head Chef in planning and executing special event menus and promotional offerings.
• Adhere to and enforce FIFO (First-In-First-Out) practices for food storage to ensure optimal freshness and minimal waste.
• Conduct routine inventory checks and place orders for pastry ingredients and kitchen tools as required.
• Manage kitchen waste and food costs through effective portioning, waste reduction, and spoilage control.
• Comply with all hotel and company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
  
  

• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience as a dedicated pastry chef in a professional kitchen.
• In-depth knowledge of food and beverage service standards.
• Expertise in pastry techniques and dessert preparation.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly creative and artistic, with a passion for developing distinctive pastries and desserts.
  
  

• Matric Certificate (or equivalent)
• Diploma or certification in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or a related field
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Temporary

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Advertising Services

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A Pastry Chef prepares a variety of desserts, pastries or other sweet goods. Your skill in baking high quality treats should be matched by your creativity to develop new amazing tastes and recipes. A pastry chef is well-versed in culinary arts with a passion for sweet and delicious creations. They must adhere to health and safety standards to provide clients with the best possible serving. The goal is to enhance customer satisfaction so that we can maintain and expand our clientele.

• Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes.
• Create new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers.
• Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting.
• Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget.
• Check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking.
• Guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently.
• Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train personnel.
• Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards.

• Proven experience as Pastry Chef, baker or relevant role.
• Great attention to detail and creativity.
• Organizing and leadership skills.
• Willingness to replenish professional knowledge.
• In depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation and baking techniques and nutrition.
• Working knowledge of baking with ingredient limitations (pastries that are gluten free, sugarless etc.)
• Certificate in culinary arts, pastry-making, baking or relevant field.