Head Baker

The Glen Hotel Pty; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Big Easy Group is seeking a Head Baker to lead our pastry program in Adelaide, delivering breads and pastries to premium venues. You will work with a talented chef team to develop products and control costs in a high-pressure environment.

We offer growth within a renowned hospitality group, structured onboarding, and a supportive team culture, with opportunities across multiple venues in SA.

Qualifications

• Qualified pastry chef with Restaurant Award.
• Experience in high-volume premium dining environments.
• Ability to lead pastry production and manage a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Mixing, shaping and baking sourdough breads and laminated doughs.
• Preparing ingredients as per company specifications.
• Responsible for the pastry kitchen.
• Manage costs by minimising wastage and maximising output.
• Manage financial KPIs including Cost of Goods and Staff Wages.
• Ensure guest experience metrics are achieved.
• Good communication and effective time management skills.
• Keeping customers happy and coming back!
• A natural communicator who loves helping people.
• Professional, reliable, and a strong team player.

Skills

Sourdough bread

Laminated doughs

Bread baking

Team leadership

Education

Qualified Pastry Chef - Restaurant Award

Job description

Full-time Pastry Chef (Qualified - Restaurant Award)

25 James Place, Adelaide, SA, 5000, AUSTRALIA

We are a nationally recognised premium dining group delivering innovative and elevated restaurant experiences across South Australia. Our team is led by celebrated chefs and hospitality leaders, with a focus on exceptional guest service, high-quality produce, and curated beverage programs. As part of our continued growth and refinement, we are looking for experienced and passionate professionals to join our teams.

The cult favourite Bottega Bandito is looking for a Head Baker to lead the team to new heights.

Our Venues:

La Louisiane, Tarantino's, Anchovy Bandit, Bandit Pizza and Wine, The Stag Public House, Bottega Bandito (x2) and soon to come; Brasserie Louis.

About You

We are seeking candidates who are self-driven, creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a structured and high-pressure environment. You will have a genuine passion for hospitality and a commitment to delivering memorable, elevated products and service.

If you’re passionate about hospitality and love creating amazing customer experiences, we have a role for you! This role has plenty of room for growth and development within the venue and group, for a motivated candidate.

The Role

In this role, you will be working alongside our amazing chef team, including executive Chefs (Shane Wilson & Michael Henderson), in creating and delivering our products in the best light possible! Work to develop our menu, control costs, and progress the team, to create and deliver breads and pastries that exceed customer expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Mixing, shaping and baking sourdough breads and laminated doughs
• Preparing ingredients as per company specifications.
• Responsible for the pastry kitchen.
• Manage costs by minimising wastage and maximising output.
• Manage financial KPI's including Cost of Goods and Staff Wages.
• Ensure guest experience metrics are achieved
• Good communication and effective time management skills.
• Keeping customers happy and coming back!
• Warm, friendly, and approachable
• Solution-focused and calm under pressure
• A natural communicator who loves helping people
• Professional, reliable, and a strong team player
• A passion for learning

Why Join The Big Easy Group?

What We Offer

• Growth and career development opportunities within a respected hospitality group
• Comprehensive onboarding and training
• Access to ongoing professional development
• A supportive, collaborative and passionate team culture
• Working with like-minded young professionals

Screening Questions

• Do you have experience in a similar role?