Creative Pastry Chef — Full-Time, Training

Neighbourhood Kneads; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on bakery products

Job summary

Neighbourhood Kneads in Thornbury, VIC is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to join our growing bakery. This full-time role involves designing, preparing, and executing a diverse range of pastries, desserts, and sweet products to delight customers while upholding quality and consistency.

You will work in a fast-paced, creative environment, collaborate with our small team, train junior pastry staff, and adapt production to seasonal demands.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef or in a similar bakery/patisserie/hospitality role.
• Advanced pastry techniques including lamination, fermentation, tempering and decorative work.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while meeting production deadlines.
• Food handling and hygiene certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Relevant qualifications or formal training in pastry arts (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce a variety of pastries to company standards.
• Develop and test new pastry recipes and seasonal products.
• Ensure all pastry products meet quality standards in terms of taste, texture, appearance.
• Manage inventory of pastry ingredients and stock rotation to minimise waste.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic workspace per food safety regulations.
• Collaborate with bakery team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Train and mentor junior pastry staff in techniques and best practices.
• Adapt production plans based on seasonal demands and feedback.
• Operate and maintain pastry equipment safely and effectively.

Skills

Pastry experience

Pastry techniques

Food safety certification

Time management

Creative mindset

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

Education

Pastry arts training

Job description

Neighbourhood Kneads in Thornbury, VIC is seeking a skilled Pastry Chef to join our growing bakery. This full-time role involves designing, preparing, and executing a diverse range of pastries, desserts, and sweet products to delight customers while upholding quality and consistency.

You will work in a fast-paced, creative environment, collaborate with our small team, train junior pastry staff, and adapt production to seasonal demands.