Full-Time Baker Coburg North, VIC
Back Alley Bakes
About Us
Tucked away in Coburg North, Back Alley Bakes is all about great bread, beautiful pastries, and good people. We're known for our sourdough, handcrafted pastries, and seriously tasty sweets – all made using fresh, local ingredients.We care deeply about supporting local producers, sustainable practices, and building a genuine community around good food. Our bakery is busy, creative, and full of energy – and we're now looking for another talented baker to join the crew.
The role
We're on the hunt for an experienced, passionate baker (minimum 2 years' hands-on experience) who loves early starts, great dough, and being part of a tight-knit team.
You'll work alongside skilled bakers and pastry chefs, helping create consistent, high-quality products that our customers line up for – rain, hail or shine.
What you'll be doing
* Baking sourdough, bread and pastry products from start to finish
* Weighing ingredients and preparing recipes with care and accuracy
* Mixing, kneading, shaping and proving dough
* Keeping a close eye on ovens and baking times to nail every batch
* Coordinating production runs (forming, loading, baking, cooling)
* Keeping equipment clean, safe and ready to go
* Using bakery machinery confidently
* Supporting and working closely with the rest of the team
What we're looking for
* At least 2 years' experience in sourdough breadmaking
* Pride in your craft and a sharp eye for detail
* Reliable, organised, and calm when it gets busy
* A great communicator and team player
* A genuine love of baking (and learning more)
* Availability for early starts (3am–4am), weekends and some public holidays
What you'll get
* Competitive salary
* A supportive, friendly team
* Opportunities to grow your skills and career
* A workplace where your craft is genuinely valued
* And yes… plenty of great bread and pastries
Keen? If you love the smell of fresh bread at sunrise and take pride in turning simple ingredients into something special, we'd love to hear from you. Send your resume and a short cover letter to:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
* Are you able to start between 3am and 4am?
* Do you require sponsorship to work?
* Are you on a working holiday or student visa?
Experience:
* Hands on Bakery: 2 years (Required)
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person