Baker

Desserts Ambition Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Full-time role

Job summary

Desserts Ambition Pty Ltd, a bakery in Melrose Park, is seeking a skilled Baker for a full-time role with 2–3 years of experience. You will prepare and bake a variety of products, ensure quality, and maintain hygiene standards. You’ll work with dough, pastries and equipment to meet daily production targets.

The role offers a supportive environment, opportunities for growth, and a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Baking or relevant industry experience.
• Experience with dough preparation and baking techniques.
• Operate commercial bakery equipment safely.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Detail-oriented with quality focus.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Good time management and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect bakery areas for hygiene and safety.
• Check quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Knead and prepare dough for fermentation and baking.
• Divide, mould and shape dough for products.
• Prepare pastry mixtures, fillings and other ingredients.
• Operate dough mixers, rollers and shaping machinery.
• Monitor oven temperatures and baking times.
• Coordinate baking, unloading and cooling of products.
• Apply glazes, toppings and finishes to baked goods.
• Inspect finished products for quality and consistency.
• Clean and prepare trays, tins and equipment.

Skills

Dough prep

Fermentation

Baking techniques

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate III in Baking

Job description

About us

DESSERTS AMBITION PTY LTD (The Cake Hut) is a bakery in Melrose Park, South Australia, specialising in freshly baked goods, breads, pastries and desserts. We are committed to delivering quality products while maintaining high standards of freshness, consistency, food safety and customer satisfaction.

About the role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Baker to join our team in Melrose Park. You will prepare and bake a variety of bakery products while maintaining consistent quality and efficient daily production. This is a full-time position, and we are looking for 2-3 years of experience.

What you'll do

• Inspect bakery equipment and work areas for hygiene and safety
• Check the quality and freshness of baking ingredients
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes
• Knead and prepare dough for fermentation and baking
• Divide, mould and shape dough for bakery products
• Prepare pastry mixtures, fillings and other ingredients
• Operate dough mixers, rollers and shaping machinery
• Monitor oven temperatures and adjust baking times
• Coordinate baking, unloading and cooling of products
• Apply glazes, toppings and finishes to baked goods
• Inspect finished products for quality and consistency
• Clean and prepare baking trays, tins and equipment

About you

• A relevant qualification in Baking (Certificate III or equivalent) or relevant industry experience
• Practical experience in dough preparation, fermentation and baking techniques
• The ability to operate commercial bakery equipment safely
• Knowledge of food hygiene and workplace safety standards
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to product quality
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good time management and organisational skills

What we offer

• A full-time employment opportunity
• A supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development
• A competitive salary based on qualifications and experience