Pastry Chef

Main Beach Bakery; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Main Beach Bakery on the Gold Coast is seeking a Pastry Chef / Pastry Cook for Monday to Friday, 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM. You will prepare, bake, and plate a variety of high-quality pastries and desserts for evening service in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities include dough prep, lamination, piping and decoration; monitoring night shift inventory; preparing for the next day; and upholding strict food safety standards during cleanup and closeout.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or Pastry Cook in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of baking techniques and dessert presentation.
• Ability to work independently during evening hours and deliver consistent results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and plate a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods for evening service
• Execute dough preparation, lamination, standard piping, and detail decoration
• Monitor night shift inventory, handle prep lists for the following day, and order kitchen supplies as needed
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards throughout shift cleanup and closeout

Skills

Baking techniques

Dessert plating

Time management

Stamina

Independence

Job description

Pastry Chef / Pastry Cook position working Monday to Friday, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Midnight). You will prepare, bake, and plate a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods for evening service in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Key responsibilities

Prepare, bake, and plate a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods for evening service

Execute dough preparation, lamination, standard piping, and detail decoration

Monitor night shift inventory, handle prep lists for the following day, and order kitchen supplies as needed

Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards throughout shift cleanup and closeout

About you

Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or Pastry Cook in a fast-paced kitchen

Strong knowledge of baking techniques, ingredient functionality, and dessert presentation

Ability to work independently during evening hours and deliver consistent results

Solid time-management skills and physical stamina for kitchen shifts