Baker

Arthur Bakery; City Of Stirling; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package plus super

Full-time, ongoing employment

Supportive and professional team

Opportunity to work with artisan & s o

Professional development and career

Job summary

Arthur Bakery Pty Ltd in Western Australia seeks an experienced Baker to join our production team. You will craft artisan breads, sourdough and laminated pastries, ensuring quality, safety and consistent results.

We offer a full-time, ongoing role with a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment. Training and career progression are encouraged, with a focus on fermentation control, dough handling and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Baking or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of Baker experience.
• Experience with artisan breads, sourdough and laminated pastries.
• Knowledge of fermentation control, dough development and hydration.
• Food safety, hygiene and workplace safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and measure quantities per recipes and schedule.
• Mix, knead, ferment, scale and shape dough for artisan breads and pastries.
• Produce long-fermentation and sourdough items with controlled hydration and fermentation.
• Prepare laminated doughs for croissants and danishes.
• Monitor proofing, oven settings, and product appearance for consistency.
• Oversee production from dough prep to packaging.
• Operate mixers, moulders, sheeters, ovens and bakery equipment.
• Assess finished products for weight, appearance and quality.
• Organise daily production to meet quantities and minimize waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of bakery areas and equipment.

Skills

Strong knowledge of commercial baking

Experience producing artisan breads

Sourdough and laminated pastries

Fermentation control & dough hydration

Bakery machinery operation

Food safety & workplace hygiene

Independence & team work

Availability for early mornings/week-­

Education

AQF Certificate III in Baking or equivalent

Tools

Bakery machinery & equipment

Job description

Arthur Bakery Pty Ltd, trading as Arthur Bakery, is seeking a qualified and experienced Baker to join our production team. This is a full-time, ongoing position involving the preparation and production of artisan breads, long-fermentation doughs, sourdough products, laminated pastries and other specialty bakery products. The successful applicant must be able to manage all stages of the baking process while maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, food safety and workplace hygiene.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package plus superannuation.
• Full-time, ongoing employment.
• Supportive and professional team environment.
• Opportunity to work with artisan breads, sourdough and specialty bakery products.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Requirements

• Relevant baking qualification or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of commercial baking techniques
• Experience producing artisan breads, sourdough and laminated pastries
• Understanding of fermentation control, dough development and hydration management
• Experience operating commercial bakery machinery and equipment
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Availability to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays where required

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients and accurately measuring quantities according to the bakery’s recipes and daily production schedule.
• Mixing, kneading, fermenting, scaling and shaping dough for artisan breads, rolls and specialty baked products.
• Producing long-fermentation and sourdough products while controlling hydration, dough development, proofing times and fermentation conditions.
• Preparing laminated doughs and fillings for croissants, Danish pastries and other viennoiserie products.
• Monitoring proofing conditions, oven settings, baking times and product appearance to achieve consistent results.
• Managing each stage of production, from dough preparation and shaping through to proofing, baking, cooling and packaging.
• Operating commercial mixers, moulders, sheeters, ovens and other bakery production equipment.
• Assessing finished products for consistency in weight, appearance, texture and overall quality.
• Organising daily production to meet required quantities, maintain product availability and minimise ingredient waste.
• Cleaning and preparing bakery machinery, utensils, trays, tins and production areas in accordance with food safety and workplace safety procedures.

Salary

Salary: $79,500.00 per annum, excluding superannuation.

Contract type

Full-Time

Skills and Experience

• At least and AQF Certificate III in Baking, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as a Baker.
• Experience with Brazilian and French bakery is essential.
• Demonstrated experience producing artisan breads, sourdough products, brioche buns and pastries.
• Strong knowledge of dough preparation, fermentation, proofing and commercial baking techniques.
• Sound understanding of food safety, workplace hygiene and quality-control procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain consistent product standards in a fast-paced bakery environment.
• Availability to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays as required.