Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook – Island Pies

Island Pies – Newhaven, VIC

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Pastry Cook to join our team at Island Pies.

The role involves preparing our range of pies, pastries and cakes while maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen.

Key Duties

• Prepare pie tops and pie bottoms
• Prepare and make pie and pastry fillings
• Prepare and make cakes, slices and other baked products
• Prepare and handle pastry and other ingredients
• Refill and maintain the pie warmer throughout business hours
• Monitor and rotate stock using FIFO principles
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards throughout the kitchen
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and work areas
• Assist with general kitchen duties and production as required
• Work efficiently to meet daily production requirements

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Pastry Cook, Baker, Cook or in a commercial bakery/kitchen
• Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Patisserie or a related qualification is preferred
• Experience making pies, pastry, fillings, cakes and slices is highly regarded
• 1–2 years of relevant industry experience preferred
• Good knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and pride in your work
• Reliable, punctual and responsible
• Comfortable with early morning starts
• Able to work efficiently in a busy production environment