Pastry Cook

Dejaxo; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable employment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Dejaxo is seeking a skilled Pastry Cook to join our bakery team on a full-time basis. You will prepare, bake and decorate a variety of cakes, pastries, desserts and other baked products while upholding high quality and presentation standards.

This role requires an experienced pastry professional with attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a busy bakery environment. We offer a supportive team and opportunities for growth in baking and cake decoration skills.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III or IV in Patisserie, Baking or a relevant field.
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques and cake decoration.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistent quality.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of cakes, pastries, biscuits, buns and other baked products according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Check the quality and freshness of raw materials and measure ingredients.
• Prepare, mix, knead, roll and shape dough and pastry mixtures.
• Prepare pastry fillings, creams, icings and other fillings for daily production.
• Monitor oven temperatures, baking times and appearance for consistency.
• Glaze and decorate cakes and pastries with creams, icings and decorative finishes.
• Operate baking equipment including mixers, ovens and dough rollers.
• Inspect finished products for quality, freshness, texture and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of baking equipment and work areas.

Skills

Pastry preparation

Baking techniques

Cake decoration

Ingredient handling

Food safety

Education

Patisserie certificate

Job description

Location: Malaga 6090
Employment Type: Full-time (38 hours per week)
Salary: AUD $80,000 – $82,000 per annum, excluding superannuation

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Pastry Cook to join our bakery team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, baking and decorating a variety of cakes, pastries, desserts and other baked products while maintaining high standards of quality, freshness and presentation.

This role is suited to an experienced individual with a passion for pastry-making, strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a busy bakery environment.

Stable Full-Time Employment

Supportive and friendly working environment.

Opportunities for professional growth and development of baking, pastry-making and cake decorating skills.

Collaborative team environment focused on quality and customer satisfaction.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Prepare and bake a variety of cakes, pastries, biscuits, buns and other baked products in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.

Check the quality and freshness of raw materials and accurately measure and weigh ingredients before production.

Prepare, mix, knead, roll and shape dough and pastry mixtures using appropriate baking techniques.

Prepare pastry fillings, creams, icings and other ingredients required for daily production.

Monitor oven temperatures, baking times and product appearance to ensure consistent baking results.

Glaze and decorate cakes, pastries and other baked products using creams, icings and decorative finishes.

Operate baking equipment and machinery, including mixers, ovens, dough rollers and other pastry-making tools.

Inspect finished products to ensure they meet established standards for quality, freshness, texture and presentation.

Maintain cleanliness and organisation of baking equipment, utensils, trays and work areas.

Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.

Assist in planning daily pastry production to ensure products are prepared efficiently and orders are completed on time.

Monitor ingredient stock levels, ensure proper storage and minimise food wastage.

Work collaboratively with other bakery staff to support efficient daily operations.

Qualifications & Experience

AQF Certificate III or IV in Patisserie, Baking or a relevant field.

Minimum one year of relevant experience.

Sound knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, cake decoration and ingredient handling.

Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistent product quality.

Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation.

Good organisational and time-management skills with the ability to meet production deadlines.

Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.

Demonstrated reliability, a strong work ethic and a commitment to producing high-quality pastry products.

About the Company

Dejaxo is a bakery business specialising in the preparation of freshly baked cakes, pastries, desserts and a variety of other bakery products.

Our daily operations involve pastry production, cake decoration and providing customers with a diverse selection of freshly prepared baked goods.

We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace that values teamwork, craftsmanship and professional development while delivering quality products and excellent customer service.