Coastal Baker — Sourdough & Pastry Expert (Wed-Sun)

Slow Dough; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Slow Dough in Kiama on the South Coast is seeking a passionate Baker to join our small, dedicated team. You will craft sourdough breads, viennoiserie and sweet and savoury treats in a bright, daylight-filled kitchen with a relaxed coastal lifestyle nearby.

This hands-on role requires recent commercial bakery experience and a commitment to quality, presentation, and food safety. You will work a Wednesday-to-Sunday roster with no night shifts, and have opportunities to contribute creatively to a

Qualifications

• Recent hands-on experience in a commercial bakery or production kitchen.
• Experience with sourdough, fermentation and pastry production.
• Certificate III in Baking, Commercial Cookery or a related food trade qualification.

Responsibilities

• Mix, shape, proof and bake sourdough loaves.
• Laminate, cut and shape viennoiserie and other pastry.
• Make fillings and creams for pastries (crèmes, curds, creams, ganaches, roux, béchamel).
• Prepare fruit and vegetables for weekly rotating menu with knife skills.
• Manage ovens for vegetables, bread, croissants and other products.
• Follow production schedules and maintain consistent quality.
• Contribute ideas to weekly rotating menu.
• Assist with stock planning, ordering and kitchen organisation.
• Work closely with the team during busy production periods.

Skills

Hands-on baking

Sourdough production

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Baking, Commercial Cookery or a related food trade qualification

Job description

Slow Dough in Kiama on the South Coast is seeking a passionate Baker to join our small, dedicated team. You will craft sourdough breads, viennoiserie and sweet and savoury treats in a bright, daylight-filled kitchen with a relaxed coastal lifestyle nearby.

This hands-on role requires recent commercial bakery experience and a commitment to quality, presentation, and food safety. You will work a Wednesday-to-Sunday roster with no night shifts, and have opportunities to contribute creatively to a