Artisan Baker — Fresh Breads, Pastries & Café Baking

Te Aroha Consulting; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gemini Cafe in Wellington Central is seeking a passionate baker to join our friendly team. You will prepare and bake a variety of breads and pastries, weighing ingredients, and ensuring high quality products in a busy cafe setting.

We value reliability, adaptability, and the ability to work well under pressure. Weekend availability and teamwork are essential. Visa status should be noted in your cover letter or CV if applicable.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience OR a Level 4 or above relevant qualification.
• Weekly shifts 30–40 hours.
• Reliable, responsible, and able to work well under pressure.
• Flexible with working hours, including weekends.
• Adaptable and able to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake breads, rolls and other baked products.
• Weigh and measure ingredients, check quality and freshness.
• Mix, knead, mature, shape dough and pastry products.
• Prepare fillings and ingredients for daily baking.
• Monitor fermentation, oven temps and baking times for consistency.
• Coordinate forming, proofing, baking, cooling and storage.
• Glaze and finish baked goods as required.
• Operate baking equipment safely and correctly.
• Maintain stock levels and assist with ordering supplies.
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas per food safety requirements.
• Ensure products meet Gemini Cafe quality standards.

Skills

Reliability

Responsibility

Under pressure

Flexible hours

Adaptable

Teamwork

Education

Level 4 or higher qualification

Job description

Gemini Cafe in Wellington Central is seeking a passionate baker to join our friendly team. You will prepare and bake a variety of breads and pastries, weighing ingredients, and ensuring high quality products in a busy cafe setting.

We value reliability, adaptability, and the ability to work well under pressure. Weekend availability and teamwork are essential. Visa status should be noted in your cover letter or CV if applicable.