AB Mauri sets new national standard for baking In Sri Lanka

• Commitment to national baking industry stresses high quality and excellence training 

AB Mauri Lanka Ltd., a leader in yeast and bakery ingredient solutions, has reached new heights in National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) for its employees.

Over two dozen employees successfully completed the nationally recognised NVQ certification training recently, on multiple levels that assess individual capabilities, competencies and skills in specific job roles and responsibilities.

“We are committed to empowering the baking industry in Sri Lanka, helping to provide high-quality finished baked goods,” said Director AB Mauri Lanka Ltd., Surajdeen Seiyad “Our team maintains high standards, and this certification training is representative of the excellence we strive in the careers of our employees and the service of our customers.” 

Unlike traditional academic qualification, NVQs are focused on hands-on experiences, making them an ideal choice for industries like the bakery sector where these skills and expertise are crucial.  In today’s dynamic job market, employers are increasingly seeking candidates with not just theoretical knowledge but also practical skills relevant to their job functions.  These formalised qualifications play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between academic learning and applications found in the real world.

For baking, unique skill requirements are needed, ranging from precise measurement functions to intricate decorating techniques.  Baking NVQ program includes a range of modules that go even further to assess hygiene and safety protocols as well as customer service actions.

“Within the NVQ baker program, various training for our sales and technical experts were conducted at Levels III, IV and V,” said Human Resources Manager Sutharshini Navaratnaraja “Qualifying at these stages not only provides our team members with added confidence and knowledge in interactions with customers, but enables them to troubleshoot potential baking challenges and address opportunities as they occur. Ultimately, NVQ reflects our commitment to the baking industry here in Sri Lanka by fostering excellence, innovation and the highest of standards that have a profound and lasting impact well into the future,” she added.