Chef/Baker

Barcino Bread; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Job summary

Barcino Bread in Port Macquarie, NSW, is seeking a talented Chef/Baker with a passion for bread to join our team. The role focuses on producing high-quality breads and pastries, including sourdough, with a willingness to learn yeasted breads and other techniques.

You will work closely with the bakery team to prepare dough, operate ovens, and ensure products meet quality and safety standards. The position requires early shifts, physical stamina, and a commitment to consistent, delicious results.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification or apprenticeship in baking or pastry-making, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Proven experience working in a commercial bakery environment.
• Strong understanding of baking techniques, fermentation processes and ingredient functionality.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards in a commercial kitchen.
• Ability to work early morning shifts and flexible hours as required by the bakery schedule.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy bags of flour and other ingredients.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality products.
• Excellent time management and ability to work to strict production schedules.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• 5 day work a week.
• Experience with laminated doughs, cakes, sourdough production or specialty breads is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix dough and batter according to established recipes and quality standards
• Preparing & Roasting meats for sausage rolls & meat pies.
• Prepare and assemble fresh sandwiches, wraps & other food items
• Shape, mould and portion dough into loaves, rolls, pastries, cakes and other baked products
• Operate commercial ovens and baking equipment safely and efficiently
• Monitor baking times and temperatures to ensure products are cooked to perfection
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the bakery, including equipment sanitisation and workspace organisation
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and best practice procedures
• Conduct quality checks on finished products to meet company standards
• Manage inventory of baking ingredients and materials, reporting when stock is low
• Work collaboratively with other bakery team members to meet daily production targets
• Assist with product decoration and presentation as required

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bakery apprenticeship or formal baking qualification

Job description

Barcino Bread is seeking a talented and passionate Chef who is interested in bread baking to join our team in Port Macquarie, NSW. As a chef/ baker you will be at the heart of our operation, responsible for producing high-quality baked goods that our customers love. If you love making sourdough breads come join our team but if you've only had experience with yeasted breads but would like to learn something new come and learn with us.

Key responsibilities

Prepare and mix dough and batter according to established recipes and quality standards

Preparing & Roasting meats for sausage rolls & meat pies.

Prepare and assemble fresh sandwiches, wraps & other food items

Shape, mould and portion dough into loaves, rolls, pastries, cakes and other baked products

Operate commercial ovens and baking equipment safely and efficiently

Monitor baking times and temperatures to ensure products are cooked to perfection

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the bakery, including equipment sanitisation and workspace organisation

Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and best practice procedures

Conduct quality checks on finished products to meet company standards

Manage inventory of baking ingredients and materials, reporting when stock is low

Work collaboratively with other bakery team members to meet daily production targets

Assist with product decoration and presentation as required

About you

Formal qualification or apprenticeship in baking or pastry-making, or equivalent hands‑on experience

Proven experience working in a commercial bakery environment

Strong understanding of baking techniques, fermentation processes and ingredient functionality

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards in a commercial kitchen

Ability to work early morning shifts and flexible hours as required by the bakery schedule

Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift heavy bags of flour and other ingredients

Attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality products

Excellent time management and ability to work to strict production schedules

Strong teamwork and communication skills

5 day work a week

Experience with laminated doughs, cakes, sourdough production or specialty breads is highly desirable

About us

Barcino Bread is a bakery committed to producing exceptional baked goods using traditional methods and quality ingredients. We are dedicated to serving the Port Macquarie community with fresh, delicious breads and pastries that our customers can rely on. Our mission is to create baked products that reflect our passion for our craft and our commitment to excellence. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene and customer service, and we are looking for team members who share these values.

Working at Barcino Bread, you will be part of a dedicated team that values craftsmanship and quality. We offer a supportive work environment where your skills and contributions are recognised and valued. Our team is passionate about baking and committed to continuous improvement. We provide a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, and we invest in the professional development of our staff. We believe in fostering a positive workplace culture where team members feel motivated and supported in their roles.