Baker

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; Huskisson; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraken Sourdough Pty Ltd in Huskisson is seeking a skilled Baker specializing in sourdough bread and pastry to join our dedicated team.

You will inspect ovens and mixers, manage wild starter, shape loaves and bagels, and run the daily bake schedule to ensure all products are ready for opening.

With 2+ years in artisan baking and a Certificate III/IV in Baking, you’ll uphold food-safety standards and deliver consistent, high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in baking with 2+ years' relevant experience, or 3 years in substitute.
• Experience with artisan sourdough breads and pastries.
• Strong dough-handling and shaping skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to meet daily opening deadlines with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inspect ovens, mixers and work areas at each shift start to ensure safe, hygienic production.
• Assess ingredients for freshness and scale to recipe for daily bakes.
• Feed and manage the starter and plan overnight and long-ferment schedules.
• Mix, divide, pre-shape and hand-shape sourdough for various products.
• Run the daily bake schedule and finalize products for display.

Skills

Sourdough baking

Dough handling

Shaping skills

Food safety

Hygiene

Time management

Education

Certificate III in Baking

Certificate IV in Baking

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description
Kraken Sourdough Pty Ltd We are seeking a skilled Baker (sourdough bread and pastry) to join our dedicated team in Huskisson. Duties and Responsibilities: Inspect ovens, mixers and work areas at the start of each shift so the bakery is safe, hygienic and ready for production Assess incoming flours, grains, butter and produce for freshness and quality, and scale ingredients to recipe for each day's bake Feed and manage the bakery's wild yeast starter and plan overnight and long-ferment schedules so doughs are ready on time Mix, divide, pre-shape and hand-shape sourdough for loaves, baguettes, bagels and weekend pizza bases Produce specialty breads, incorporate unique and challenging ingredients, adjusting hydration and fermentation to suit each recipe Score loaves, watch crust colour and oven spring, and adjust temperatures and bake times to achieve consistent results Run the daily bake schedule, including boiling bagels, rotating trays through the deck oven, and cooling products in time for opening Top and finish products before display, such as seeding and cheese-topping bagels and glazing buns and doughnuts

Qualification and Experience required Certificate III or IV with 2 year relevant experience OR 3 years in substitute to the qualification Skills Required Experience with artisan sourdough bread Strong dough-handling and shaping skills Pastry or lamination experience (desirable) Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards Consistency and attention to detail across every batch Time management to meet daily opening deadlines About Company Kraken Sourdough is a locally operated artisan bakery and food business, specialising in handcrafted sourdough breads and baked goods made using traditional fermentation methods and high quality ingredients. Known for its commitment to flavour, quality and consistency, Kraken Sourdough has built a strong reputation within the local community for producing premium products that celebrate craftsmanship and simplicity.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $75000-85000