Pastry Cook — Fast-Paced Bakery Kitchen

Acc New Zealand; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

AMBRISH LIMITED T/A APPENZELL BAKES AND CAKES in Whakatane, NZ, seeks two pastry cooks with a passion for crafting high-quality baked goods in a fast-paced cafe setting. You will maintain food safety standards, work with various bakery products, and support a collaborative team environment.

The role offers more than 30 hours per week with a pay rate between $24.00 to $27.00 per hour. Training will be provided, and you must be able to work across evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience; NZQF Level 4 may substitute.
• Detailed training provided for the selected candidate.
• Basic communication skills and ability to operate equipment.
• Able to work independently and in a team to benefit the business.
• Pass random drug and alcohol tests when required.
• Clear criminal record and reliable, flexible mindset.
• Able to work across shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare custards, sauces, chocolates, fillings, and desserts.
• Mix, knead, roll, mould, and shape dough.
• Prepare customer orders to a high standard.
• Check quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Monitor oven temperatures and baking times for quality.
• Work confidently with meat products when required.
• Load, unload, cool, de-pan, clean and maintain trays/equipment.
• Order ingredients based on daily production needs.
• Keep bakery clean, organized and compliant with safety regs.
• Follow health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Collaborate with the team and maintain clear communication.
• Follow rostered hours and arrive on time for every shift.

Skills

Food safety

Team communication

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

NZQF Level 4

Tools

Ovens

Mixers

Kitchen equipment

Job description

AMBRISH LIMITED T/A APPENZELL BAKES AND CAKES in Whakatane, NZ, seeks two pastry cooks with a passion for crafting high-quality baked goods in a fast-paced cafe setting. You will maintain food safety standards, work with various bakery products, and support a collaborative team environment.

The role offers more than 30 hours per week with a pay rate between $24.00 to $27.00 per hour. Training will be provided, and you must be able to work across evenings, weekends, and public holidays.