Cake Decorator/Pastry Chefs

Enze bakery; Ryde; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Job summary

Enze Bakery in Ryde, NSW is seeking a talented Cake Decorator/Pastry Chef to join our team. This role focuses on decorating a range of cakes to high standards and bringing customers' celebrations to life with exquisite baking and design.

You will decorate using piping, masking and hand-crafted finishes, prepare fillings, and maintain a clean, compliant workspace while supporting junior bakers and contributing to new seasonal creations.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification or substantial experience as a pastry chef, cake decorator or baker.
• Proven expertise in cake decoration techniques including piping, and hand-crafted finishes.
• Proficiency in working with a variety of cake designs, from traditional to contemporary.
• Excellent attention to detail with a keen eye for colour, proportion and aesthetic presentation.
• Ability to work under pressure during busy periods and manage multiple orders.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interpret customer requests.
• Food handling certification or willingness to obtain this qualification.

Responsibilities

• Decorate cakes using a variety of techniques including piping, cake masking and artistic finishes.
• Prepare cream fillings, and other components following established recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic and organised workspace in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Monitor inventory levels of decorating supplies and baking ingredients, reporting needs to management.
• Contribute to the development of new cake and pastry designs and seasonal offerings.
• Train and support junior bakers and decorators as required.

Skills

Cake decoration

Piping

Attention to detail

Food safety

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

We are seeking a talented and creative Cake Decorator/Pastry Chef to join the team at Enze Bakery in Ryde, NSW. MUST based in Sydney. This is a full-time/part-time position based in our Ryde location.

In this role, you will be responsible for decorating a range of cakes to the highest standards. You will play a key part in bringing our customers' special occasions to life through your exceptional baking and decorating skills, whilst maintaining the quality and presentation standards that Enze Bakery is known for.

Key responsibilities

Decorate cakes using a variety of techniques including piping, cake masking and artistic finishes

Prepare cream fillings, and other components following established recipes and quality standards

Maintain a clean, hygienic and organised workspace in compliance with food safety regulations

Monitor inventory levels of decorating supplies and baking ingredients, reporting needs to management

Contribute to the development of new cake and pastry designs and seasonal offerings

Train and support junior bakers and decorators as required

What we’re looking for

Formal qualification or substantial experience as a pastry chef, cake decorator or baker

Proven expertise in cake decoration techniques including piping, and hand-crafted finishes

Proficiency in working with a variety of cake from traditional to contemporary designs

Excellent attention to detail with a keen eye for colour, proportion and aesthetic presentation

The ability to work efficiently under pressure, particularly during busy periods and when managing multiple orders

Strong communication skills and the ability to understand and interpret customer requests accurately

A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene

Reliability, punctuality and a positive attitude towards teamwork

Food handling certification or willingness to obtain this qualification

What we offer

At Enze Bakery, we value our team members and offer a supportive and creative work environment. We provide competitive pay rates commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our team enjoys the satisfaction of creating beautiful, delicious products that bring joy to our customers. We foster a collaborative atmosphere where your ideas and creativity are encouraged and appreciated. We are committed to ongoing professional development and are happy to support staff in expanding their skills and techniques. We also offer a friendly, inclusive workplace culture where you can take pride in your craft.

About us

Enze Bakery is a dedicated artisan bakery serving the Ryde community with high-quality cakes. We are passionate about creating exceptional products using quality ingredients and traditional techniques combined with creative innovation. Our commitment to excellence, customer service and community engagement makes us a trusted destination for special occasions and everyday treats. We pride ourselves on our skilled team, attention to detail and our ability to bring customers' cake and dessert visions to life.