Head Pastry Chef
Company: BOBBY'S BAKERY PTY LTD
Location: 207 Dryburgh Street, North Melbourne, Victoria 3051
Full time: Yes (38hrs per week)
Salary: From AUD $75,000 to AUD $85,000
Responsibilities
* Supervise daily production of cakes, pastries, breads, cookies, and other bakery items.
* Manage overall bakery operations, including staff coordination and workflow planning.
* Develop and standardize recipes to maintain consistent taste, quality, and presentation.
* Lead, train, and schedule pastry cooks, bakers, and bakery assistants.
* Monitor inventory levels and handle purchasing of baking ingredients and supplies.
* Ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards are maintained throughout the bakery.
* Create new pastry items and seasonal products to increase customer satisfaction and sales.
* Control food costs, minimize wastage, and improve production efficiency and profitability.
* Oversee maintenance and proper usage of bakery equipment, tools, and storage areas.
Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of baking and pastry preparation techniques.
* Experience in managing bakery operations and supervising staff.
* Ability to create and standardize recipes and bakery products.
* Good leadership, team management, and communication skills.
* Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
* Ability to manage inventory, purchasing, and cost control.
* Creativity in cake decoration and dessert presentation.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
* At least certification IV in Patisserie is preferred.
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