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Pick n Pay FreshRize Bakery Skills Programme Learner
Growing the Next Generation of Bakery Talent
Turn your passion for baking into a rewarding career with Pick n Pay’s FreshRize Bakery Skills Programme. This six-month programme provides unemployed South African youth with the opportunity to gain practical bakery experience while developing valuable workplace skills through a combination of online learning and hands-on in-store training.
Learn from experienced bakery professionals in a real retail environment and build the skills needed for a successful career in the retail bakery industry
What You’ll Gain
• Six months of practical bakery experience.
• Hands-on training from experienced bakery professionals.
• Industry-relevant baking and food preparation skills.
• Workplace-ready retail and customer service skills.
• Exposure to one of South Africa’s leading food retailers.
• Improved employability and career readiness.
Programme Details
• Programme Duration: 6 Months
• Stipend: R2,000 per month
• Learning Model: Blended Learning (2 days online learning and 3 days of practical in-store training per week)
• Location: Various Pick n Pay Stores
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Unemployed South African youth aged 18–40 years
- Passion for baking, food preparation, and customer service
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing the programme
- Able to work flexible retail hours, including weekends and public holidays where required
Competencies
- Passion for Baking
- Customer Focus
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Communication Skills
- Learning Agility
- Adaptability
- Accountability
- Quality Focus
- Professionalism
What You’ll Learn
During the programme, learners will gain practical experience and develop skills in:
- Bakery production and baking techniques
- Food preparation and product finishing
- Merchandising and product presentation
- Customer service excellence
- Food safety and hygiene practices
- Stock handling and inventory basics
- Workplace professionalism
- Teamwork and communication
- Time management and problem-solving
Key Responsibilities
- Attend and complete all online learning modules and assessments.
- Attend 2 days of online learning and 3 days of practical in-store training each week.
- Assist with bakery production and food preparation under the guidance of experienced bakery teams.
- Prepare, package, and present bakery products according to Pick n Pay standards.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and housekeeping.
- Deliver excellent customer service.
- Support merchandising and stock replenishment within the bakery department.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and health and safety standards.
- Work collaboratively as part of the bakery and store team.
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitude throughout the programme
Visit the official website to apply online
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