Full time Baker

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• At least 3 years of experience in baking or pastry cooking, or a Certificate III in Baking/Bread Baking/Patisserie.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong commitment to product quality and reliability.
• Experience in creating and maintaining high-quality baked goods.
• Familiarity with equipment operation and workplace hygiene standards.
• Ability to work at least 5 days a week. 
• Available to work on weekend and public holiday

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Dough Preparation and Handling:

-Mix and prepare dough from scratch using fresh ingredients.

-Knead, mature, cut, mould, and shape dough for various bread and pastry products.

-Ensure the quality of raw materials by checking and weighing ingredients.

2. Baking Process Management:

-Monitor oven temperatures and adjust baking times to ensure optimal product quality.

-Coordinate the forming, loading, baking, unloading, de-panning, and cooling of batches of bread, rolls, and pastries.

3. Equipment and Workplace Maintenance:

-Check the cleanliness of equipment and the operation of premises before production runs to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

-Operate machines that roll and mould dough.

-Empty, clean, and grease baking trays, tins, and other baking equipment.

-Maintain a clean and hygienic working area.

4. Product Quality and Consistency:

-Ensure products are baked to high-quality standards, focusing on consistency in appearance and taste.

-Conduct quality checks on raw materials and finished products to maintain high standards.

5. Production Planning and Efficiency:

-Plan and follow the daily production schedule, starting from early morning dough preparation.

-Optimize the use of equipment and resources to maintain production efficiency.

6. Marketing and Product Innovation:

-Participate in the development of new products and recipes, focusing on seasonal and specialty items.

-Support marketing initiatives by preparing products for special campaigns and promotional events.