Bakery Assistant

Foodstuffs group; Lincoln; Remote; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Full training

Development opportunities

Fresh products

Job summary

New World Lincoln is seeking a Bakery Assistant to join our Bakery team. You will help prepare, bake, package, merchandise, and present high-quality bakery products daily. The role requires a positive attitude, reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Full training and opportunities for growth are provided. This is a full-time, on-site position with early starts, 5 days a week, including one weekend day.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Enjoy fast-paced environments and maintain high food safety standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation.
• Experience in bakery, food production, or supermarket is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and production of bakery products.
• Package, label and merchandise products for sale.
• Maintain attractive, well-stocked displays.
• Help ensure food safety and quality standards are met.
• Provide outstanding customer service when required.
• Support the wider bakery team to complete daily tasks efficiently.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliable

Punctual

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Food safety

Passion for food

Job description

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Are you passionate about food, enjoy working as part of a busy team, and take pride in creating products that customers love?

We're looking for a motivated and reliable Bakery Assistant to join our Bakery team at New World Lincoln. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, has a great eye for detail, and is keen to be part of a department that produces high-quality bakery products fresh every day.

About the Role

As a Bakery Assistant, you'll work alongside our experienced bakery team to help prepare, bake, package, merchandise, and present bakery products to the high standards our customers expect.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the preparation and production of bakery products
• Packaging, labelling, and merchandising products for sale
• Maintaining attractive and well-stocked displays
• Helping ensure food safety and quality standards are met at all times
• Providing outstanding customer service when required
• Supporting the wider bakery team to ensure daily tasks are completed efficiently

What We're Looking For

The successful applicant will:

• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Be physically fit and capable of being on their feet for extended periods
• Be committed to maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards
• Have a genuine passion for food and quality presentation
• Previous bakery, food production, or supermarket experience is preferred

What's in it for You?

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Full training and ongoing development opportunities
• Opportunities for career growth within New World Lincoln
• The chance to be part of a department that takes pride in delivering fresh, high-quality products to our community every day

If you're enthusiastic, hardworking, and ready to join a passionate bakery team, we'd love to hear from you.

Working Hours

This is a full-time role, with some early morning starts, 5 days a week, including one weekend day. Opportunity to work both weekend days should it be preferred.

At New World Lincoln, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. You’ll be part of a supportive team environment with opportunities to grow, learn, and be recognised for the contribution you make.

If you're ready to join our team and make your mark, we’d love to hear from you!