Baker / Pastrycook

the cake ideas pty ltd; Willoughby City Council; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

THE CAKE IDEAS PTY LTD operates under the business name dough&III. We are seeking a skilled Baker / Pastrycook to join our team and support our bakery operations.

The successful candidate will prepare and bake a variety of bakery products, ensuring high quality, food safety and efficient production processes. Experience in a commercial bakery is preferred and a strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in baking or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Experience in a commercial bakery preferred.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, ingredient preparation and commercial baking equipment.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistent product quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix and process ingredients according to established recipes and production requirements.
• Operate and monitor commercial baking equipment, including ovens, mixers and dough-processing machinery.
• Prepare doughs, batters and other mixtures for bread, cakes, pastries and related bakery products, as required.
• Monitor fermentation, proofing, baking temperatures and baking times to ensure consistent product quality.
• Check the quality, texture, colour and appearance of finished products.
• Adjust ingredient quantities and baking processes when necessary to maintain product consistency.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the bakery and ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels and assist with ordering supplies.
• Store ingredients and finished products appropriately to maintain freshness and minimise waste.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain a clean and organised production area.

Skills

Baking techniques

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bakery qualification

Tools

Ovens

Mixers

Dough-processing equipment

Job description

Salary: AUD $75,000–$80,000 per annum plus superannuation, depending on skills and experience

About the Business

THE CAKE IDEAS PTY LTD operates under the business name dough&III. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Baker / Pastrycook to join our team and support our bakery operations.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and baking a variety of bakery products while maintaining consistent product quality, food safety standards and efficient production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix and process ingredients according to established recipes and production requirements.
• Operate and monitor commercial baking equipment, including ovens, mixers and dough-processing machinery.
• Prepare doughs, batters and other mixtures for bread, cakes, pastries and related bakery products, as required.
• Monitor fermentation, proofing, baking temperatures and baking times to ensure consistent product quality.
• Check the quality, texture, colour and appearance of finished products.
• Adjust ingredient quantities and baking processes when necessary to maintain product consistency.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the bakery and ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels and assist with ordering supplies.
• Store ingredients and finished products appropriately to maintain freshness and minimise waste.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain a clean and organised production area.

Selection Criteria

• Relevant qualifications in baking or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Previous experience in a commercial bakery is preferred.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, ingredient preparation and commercial baking equipment.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistent product quality.