Confectionery Production Specialist

About the JobSpinneys is looking for a Confectionery Production Specialist to join our team. The role is responsible for the preparation and production of high-quality confectionery products while ensuring consistency, presentation, freshness, and compliance with food safety and quality standards.We are looking for a skilled and hands-on confectionery professional with strong knowledge of confectionery production techniques and a passion for creating high-quality products.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and produce a variety of confectionery products according to established recipes and production standards.Handle ingredients, equipment, and tools used in confectionery production safely and efficiently.Ensure proper consistency, texture, flavor, appearance, and presentation of finished products.Follow standard recipes, production procedures, portion control, and quality specifications.Perform decorating, finishing, molding, tempering, or other confectionery techniques as required.Monitor product quality and ensure that products meet Spinneys’ standards before display or distribution.Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and proper organization of the production area.Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures at all times.Properly store and handle raw materials and finished products to maintain freshness and quality.Monitor inventory of ingredients and report shortages or quality concerns to the supervisor.Minimize product waste through proper preparation, portioning, and handling.Assist in developing or improving confectionery products and production processes when required.Work closely with the bakery, pastry, and operations teams to meet daily production requirements.Qualifications & SkillsProven experience in confectionery production or a related bakery/pastry environment.Strong hands-on knowledge of confectionery preparation and production techniques.Experience with chocolate, fillings, coatings, decorations, or other confectionery products is an advantage.Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling practices.Ability to follow recipes and production standards accurately.Strong attention to detail, particularly in product quality and presentation.Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.Team-oriented, reliable, and willing to learn and adapt.Experience in a supermarket, bakery, hotel, restaurant, or food production environment is an advantage.