**Job Title**: Qualified Baker
**Location**: Alexander's Bakery Southside
**Hours**: Full Time
**About Us**:
Alexander's Bakery Southside is renowned for its handmade pastries and artisan breads, offering a diverse product range that includes traditional and specialty items. Our bakery's Southside location showcases high-quality baked goods such as breads, sourdough, croissants, danishes, donuts, and more, all made with a commitment to craftsmanship and flavour.
**Position Overview**:
**Responsibilities**:
- Prepare and bake a range of products, including artisan breads, sourdough, croissants, danishes, donuts, and other pastries.
- Follow established recipes and techniques while maintaining consistency in product quality.
- Mix, shape, and proof doughs for breads and pastries according to our production schedule.
- Monitor baking times and temperatures to achieve perfect results.
- Assist in developing new recipes and refining existing products to expand the bakery's offerings.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the baking area, following food safety and hygiene standards.
- Manage inventory of baking ingredients and supplies, ensuring stock levels are sufficient for production needs.
- Work collaboratively with the bakery team to ensure efficient and smooth operations.
**Requirements**:
- Formal qualifications in baking or pastry arts, or equivalent professional experience.
- Proven experience in a commercial bakery setting, with skills in baking breads, pastries, and other baked goods.
- Knowledge of sourdough fermentation and pastry techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality products.
- Ability to work early morning shifts and manage time efficiently in a busy bakery environment.
- Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.
**What You'll Get**:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunity to work in a well-equipped, newly fitted-out bakery.
- Room for growth and career development within a respected local bakery.
- Be part of a passionate team that values quality and innovation in baking.
**To Apply**:
If you're a qualified baker with a love for artisan products and a dedication to quality, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and passion for baking.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Morning shift
- Weekend availability
**Experience**:
- Baking: 1 year (required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected Start Date: 28/10/2024