About the role
Candied Bakery is seeking a quality, honest, experienced and talented Head Baker to lead our bread and savoury production team and take our bread and baked goods to the next level. Being a good person who cares about their environment. As the Head Baker, you will be responsible for overseeing all bread and savoury aspects of our bakery operations, from recipe development to bakery team management, to ensure we continue to deliver the highest quality products to our customers. This is a full-time position based at our bakery in Spotswood, Victoria.
What you'll be doing
* Help develop new recipes to expand our product range
* Manage the daily baking production schedule and workflow to meet customer demand
* Oversee the purchasing of ingredients and equipment to maintain quality and efficiency
* Train, mentor and supervise the bakery production team
* Ensure all baking operations adhere to health, safety and food hygiene regulations
* Collaborate with the management team to identify opportunities for process improvements
* Monitor and maintain detailed records of production, inventory and costs
You will be working alongside our Bakery manager and head pastry chef in ensuring we produce only the best.
What we're looking for
* Minimum 3 years of experience as a Head Baker or in a similar senior baking role
* Proven expertise in creating high-quality sourdough breads, Pies, Sausage rolls and other baked goods
* Strong knowledge of baking techniques, food safety standards and industry regulations
* Excellent time management and organisational skills to coordinate a busy production schedule
* Ability to lead and motivate a team of bakers and production staff
* Passion for using quality ingredients and continuously improving products and processes
* Tertiary qualification in baking, patisserie or a related culinary field preferred
What we offer
* Competitive salary and annual performance-based bonuses
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* Employee discount on all Candied Bakery products
* Flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance
About us
Candied Bakery is a Husband and Wife family-owned artisanal bakery that has been proudly serving the local community of Spotswood for over 14 years. We are passionate about using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients where possible to create delicious breads, pastries, and other baked goods that bring joy to our customers. As we continue to grow and be passionate, we are committed to maintaining our small-town charm and community-focused values.
If you are an experienced and passionate Head Baker who is excited to join our team, we encourage you to apply now.
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