Confectioner

Full-Time

Arklow, Bray

Job Type: Full-Time | 5 days over 7 (Weekday & Weekend Availability Required)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a talented Confectioner to join our in-store bakery team. This is a creative, hands-on role where you’ll produce and decorate cakes, pastries, and confectionery products to the highest standards of quality and presentation.

If you have a passion for baking, an eye for detail, and love creating beautiful, high-quality desserts, this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills in a busy retail bakery environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Produce and decorate cakes, pastries, and confectionery items to exacting quality and presentation standards.
• Create custom themed cakes (e.g. birthdays and special occasions) with clean, professional finishes.
• Ensure all products meet store quality and appearance standards before going on sale.
• Package cakes and desserts carefully to protect decoration during handling and transit.
• Maintain excellent merchandising and presentation standards in the department.
• Monitor and maintain bakery equipment and report any issues to management.
• Ensure proper storage of ingredients and finished products.
• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and food safety, including HACCP procedures and records.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Communicate with team members and management regarding stock, equipment, or customer concerns.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain quality procedures.
• Ensure accurate standard and promotional pricing is maintained.
• Actively live and promote SuperValu brand values in the department.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Previous experience as a confectioner, baker, or in a food production environment is an advantage.
• Creative with strong cake decorating and finishing skills.
• High attention to detail with pride in quality and presentation.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards (training provided if required).
• Flexible and reliable with weekday and weekend availability.

BENEFITS:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Store discount