Locally Based | Pastry Production Team Member

Tuga Pastries Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% staff discount

Daily hot lunch/dinner provided

Job summary

Tuga Pastries Australia, a family-owned Sydney staple famous for Portuguese tarts and artisan baked goods, invites you to join a fast-paced pastry production team. This full-time/casual role offers hands-on learning and growth within a craft-focused kitchen.

Locations include Marrickville, Alexandria, Clovelly and the CBD, with shifts across day, afternoon, overnight and weekends. Competitive remuneration applies.

Qualifications

• Prior food experience in a commercial kitchen, bakery, or pastry shop.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for baking.
• High energy, reliability, punctuality, and a team-first attitude.
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts in a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• The Prep: weigh, measure and mix ingredients for doughs, fillings, and sauces.
• The Craft: shape, proof, bake, decorate and pack sweet and savoury ranges.
• The Growth: receive hands-on training across multiple kitchen stations.
• The Standard: perform quality checks and HACCP hygiene protocols.

Skills

Food production

Attention to detail

Team player

Flexible shifts

Reliability

Job description

Locally Based | Pastry Production Team Member

Locations: Marrickville, Alexandria, Clovelly and the CBD

Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 p.a. (pro-rata for full-time, dependent on experience)

(Competitive casual hourly rates also apply)

The Vibe: Family-owned craft, 35-year Sydney heritage, and zero corporate fluff.

PASTRY PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER

Full-Time / Casual

Locations: Marrickville, Alexandria, Clovelly and the CBD

Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 p.a. (pro-rata for full-time, dependent on experience)

(Competitive casual hourly rates also apply)

The Vibe: Family-owned craft, 35-year Sydney heritage, and zero corporate fluff.

Why Tuga Pastries?

If you love working with your hands, learning real kitchen craft, and seeing incredible products come together, this is your spot. We are a second-generation, family-owned Sydney staple famous for our legendary Portuguese tarts and artisan baked goods.

We are expanding fast; with our 4th location opening at Sydney Airport and the CBD next—meaning this isn't just a job, it's a launchpad for your career. You’ll join a fast-paced round the clock kitchen crew turning simple ingredients into the pastries Sydney craves.

The Role

A hands-on production role dedicated to bringing our signature Portuguese-inspired pastries and beloved cafe classics to life.

• The Prep: Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients for our signature doughs, custards, fillings, and sauces.




• The Craft: Shape, proof, bake, decorate, and pack our complete sweet and savoury ranges.




• The Growth: Receive structured, hands-on training across multiple kitchen stations from seasoned pastry professionals.




• The Standard: Perform quality checks and maintain strict HACCP hygiene protocols to keep a spotless, safe workspace.

Note: We run around-the-clock operations. Full-time and casual roles are available across flexible day, afternoon, overnight, and weekend shifts.

What You Bring

• Prior food experience in a commercial kitchen, bakery, pastry shop, or food production setup.




• A genuine passion for baking, strong attention to detail, and a hunger to learn.




• High energy, reliability, punctuality, and a strong team-first attitude.




• Flexibility to work rostered shifts within our 24/7 operation.




• Valid Australian working rights and current residence in Sydney (no overseas applicants, please).

What’s In It For You?

• Real Career Progression: Scale with us as we open new sites across Sydney with clear paths to step up.




• Master the Trade: Learn directly from experienced pastry leaders who value your contribution.




• Daily Fuel: Hot lunch or dinner provided on-site every shift.




• The Perks: 50% staff discount.




• The Culture: A tight-knit, supportive crew that loves what they do.

Visa Holders: Candidates with valid Australian working rights currently living in Sydney are encouraged to apply. Note: We cannot consider overseas applicants.