Start Your Baking Career with Beechworth Bakery
Do you love the smell of fresh bread in the morning? Ready to turn that passion into a career?
We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Baker to join our friendly team at Beechworth Bakery Echuca. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the craft of baking from experienced professionals while completing a nationally recognised Certificate III in Baking.
Beechworth Bakery is a proudly family-owned business with a reputation for quality products, friendly service, and creating a great experience for every customer. As an apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, supportive environment while building skills that will last a lifetime. Open 7 days a week this role offers a variety of shifts between 2am and 2pm, including weekends and public holidays.
What You’ll Be Doing
Working alongside our experienced bakers, you’ll learn how to:
* Prepare and bake a wide range of products including breads, pies, cakes and pastries
* Weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes
* Knead, shape and prepare dough for baking
* Operate bakery equipment and ovens safely
* Assist with production schedules to ensure fresh products are ready for customers
* Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness
* Help with stock rotation and ingredient preparation
* Keep work areas, trays and equipment clean and organised
* Work as part of a team to deliver consistent, high-quality products
Over time you’ll gain the skills and confidence to work across all areas of the bakery and develop your craft.
What We’re Looking For
* A genuine interest in baking and food production
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn
* Reliable, hardworking and able to work early mornings
* Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
* Good attention to detail and pride in producing quality products
* Commitment to completing a Certificate III in Baking
Previous bakery or kitchen experience is helpful but not essential — we’re happy to train the right person.
Physical Requirements
The role requires an average level of physical fitness including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 25kg, frequent bending, twisting and reaching, and manual dexterity for handling products and administrative tasks.
Our Key Principles
At Beechworth Bakery, we value:
* Quality in everything we do
* Excellence in customer service
* Commitment and loyalty
* Respect
* Hard work balanced with fun
* Professional integrity in all interactions
Beechworth Bakery Staff Perks:
* Staff reward discount – 10%
* Above award wages
* Employee training and mentoring program
* Ability to upskill across a variety of areas within the bakery
* Food & beverage provisions during shifts
How to Apply:
If the above describes you well, we would love to hear from you! Apply now by clicking the link below or email us at and let us know why you’re the perfect fit.
We can’t wait to meet you!