Night Baker (Devonbosch)
Stellenbosch - South Africa
Job Summary
Job Title: Night Baker
Location: Devonbosch Stellenbosch (Our production team will move from Somerset West to Devonbosch- 1st November 2026)
Company: Bäckerei - German Artisan Sourdough
Working Hours
11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Night Shift) (Subject to change to 9:00 PM - 05:00 AM)
We specialize in traditional German sourdough baking and we are looking for someone who
values craftsmanship discipline and consistency in their work
Sourdough in Somerset West/Devonbosch.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working during the quiet hours of the night and
takes pride in traditional baking. Our bakery focuses on 100% sourdough fermentation and
German baking craftsmanship and we are looking for someone reliable who wants to be part of
a team that values quality and consistency.
If you are passionate about baking and ready for a hands-on role in a professional bakery
environment we would like to hear from you.
- Bake a variety of breads and pastries to a consistently high standard
- Mix shape proof and bake according to daily production schedules
- Monitor oven temperatures and baking times
- Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards
- Keep the bakery clean and equipment well maintained
- Manage stock levels and report shortages
- Experience in baking bread & pastry (professional bakery experience preferred)
- Passion for baking and working with quality ingredients
- Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced bakery environment
- Reliable and punctual
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Reliable transport to and from work (night shift)
- Ability to follow processes and maintain high quality standards
What we value
At Bäckerei we care about craftsmanship consistency and pride in the work we produce every
day. The role requires someone who enjoys working during the night takes responsibility and
contributes positively to a growing and focused team.
At Bäckerei reliability matters just as much as friendliness and the willingness to learn.
We value people who:
- Do what they say they will do.
- Care about the small details.
- Respect procedures.
- Communicate openly.
- Take ownership of their work.
- Represent the bakery with professionalism and pride every day.
Working at Bäckerei is more than just a retail job. We are a growing artisan bakery built on traditional German baking principles quality craftsmanship and a commitment to doing things the right way.
As part of our team youll benefit from:
Develop practical experience in customer service retail operations food safety inventory management teamwork and professional communication that will benefit your future career.
Receive hands-on training clear procedures and ongoing support to help you succeed and grow in your role.
As our business continues to expand we aim to promote from within whenever possible. Employees who demonstrate reliability initiative and strong performance may have opportunities to take on greater responsibilities.
Work alongside colleagues who value respect teamwork and helping one another achieve high standards.
Enjoy discounted bakery products as part of being a member of the team.
We believe good work should be noticed. Employees who consistently demonstrate reliability professionalism initiative and excellent customer service will be recognised for their contribution.
We believe people do their best work when expectations are clear. Youll work in an environment where quality consistency and excellence are valued every day.
Required Skills:
Our Expectations At Bäckerei reliability matters just as much as friendliness and the willingness to learn. We value people who: Do what they say they will do. Care about the small details. Respect procedures. Communicate openly. Take ownership of their work. Represent the bakery with professionalism and pride every day.