Wodonga TAFE
3 years
Become a qualified retail baker with this 3-year apprenticeship covering bread production, bakery management, food safety, and hygiene. Perfect for apprentices ready to launch a professional baking career in retail bakery environments.
You must be employed as an apprentice prior to undertaking this course. It is recommended that you have your own laptop or access to a computer and internet for at-home and online learning. You will be required to wear appropriate work attire including a white polo shirt, enclosed non-slip protective shoes, baker's cap, and apron to meet industry requirements.
The course covers essential bakery operations including food safety procedures, numerical applications in the workplace, and dietary and cultural considerations for food production. Students develop practical skills in preparing fillings, producing basic and savoury bread products, specialty flour breads, sweet yeast products, and artisan breads. Additional modules cover bakery stock control and ordering, work health and safety processes, and product and service advice. Assessment combines theoretical knowledge with practical abilities, with apprentices undergoing workplace training and assessment aligned with employer requirements.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) offering nationally recognised AQF qualifications. The institution provides comprehensive apprenticeship support with flexible delivery options, government funding eligibility, and industry-aligned training that combines campus-based learning with workplace experience to ensure students meet real-world bakery standards.
Upon completion, graduates are equipped with trade baking skills and knowledge for retail baking environments specialising in bread production. Career pathways include positions as retail bakers, bakery managers, artisan bakers, or bakery supervisors. The nationally recognised qualification provides a foundation for career advancement within the baking and hospitality industries.
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