Location: Darra, QLD, 4076. Full-Time: Immediate start. Job Title: Baker. Salary range: $76,600 - $78,000. Job Closure date: 30 days.
About This Role: Our client is a beloved artisan bakery renowned for its commitment to traditional baking techniques and high-quality, handcrafted products. With a passion for creating delicious, wholesome breads, pastries, and desserts, they take pride in using time-honoured methods and premium ingredients to deliver exceptional baked goods to their community. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Baker to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will be responsible for crafting a variety of artisanal breads, pastries, and desserts while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and food safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for the art of baking.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
* Prepare, mix, knead, and shape dough using traditional methods to create artisanal bread, rolls, and pastries.
* Monitor fermentation and proofing processes to ensure optimal texture and flavour development.
* Carefully load, bake, and unload products, adjusting oven temperatures and baking times for perfect results.
* Inspect raw ingredients for freshness and accuracy, measuring and weighing components to exact specifications.
* Taste-test and evaluate product consistency, adjusting techniques as needed to maintain high standards.
* Conduct thorough checks of baking equipment and work areas before production to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Clean, grease, and maintain baking trays, tins, and machinery to uphold hygiene and operational efficiency.
* Operate dough mixers, rollers, and cutting machines safely, ensuring proper handling and maintenance.
Skills & Requirements
* Proven 1-2 years' full-time experience as a Baker in an artisanal or commercial bakery setting.
* Qualification Certificate III in Baking or above.
* Strong knowledge of baking techniques, fermentation, and dough handling.
* Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.
* Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.
* Understanding of food safety standards and hygiene best practices.
* Physical stamina to stand for long periods and handle heavy baking equipment.
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