Pastrycook

About us

4ME GLUTEN FREE is a specialist gluten-free bakery and café based in Elsternwick, Victoria, offering a range of freshly prepared pastries, cakes, breads and other baked products. We are committed to producing high-quality gluten-free products with consistent taste, texture and presentation, while maintaining careful food preparation and hygiene practices. We are currently seeking a skilled and passionate full-time Pastrycook to join our team.

About the Role

As a Pastrycook, you will contribute to the daily preparation and production of high-quality gluten-free pastries, cakes, breads, biscuits and other baked goods in a professional bakery environment. The role requires strong pastry and baking skills, attention to detail, consistency in product quality, and the ability to follow recipes and production procedures carefully in a specialist gluten-free workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake gluten-free pastries, cakes, breads, biscuits and other baked goods in accordance with established recipes, production methods and presentation standards.

• Measure, weigh and mix ingredients accurately and prepare doughs, batters, fillings, creams, icings and other pastry components.

• Monitor baking times, temperatures, product appearance, texture and consistency to ensure quality standards are maintained.

• Decorate, finish and present cakes, pastries and other baked products to the required standard.

• Follow daily production schedules to ensure products are prepared fresh and available in sufficient quantities throughout operating hours.

• Handle and store gluten-free ingredients carefully and follow workplace procedures designed to minimise cross-contact with gluten-containing products.

• Monitor ingredient stock levels, rotate stock correctly, maintain appropriate storage and assist in minimising product wastage.

• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic pastry preparation area and comply with food safety, workplace health and hygiene requirements.

• Work collaboratively with other bakery and kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily production and timely completion of orders.

Skills and Experience

• AQF Certificate III in Patisserie, Certificate IV in Patisserie, or an equivalent relevant qualification.

• At least 1 year of relevant experience as a Pastrycook or in a similar commercial bakery, pastry or kitchen environment.

• Sound knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, dough and batter handling, cake production and dessert preparation.

• Experience with gluten-free baking or knowledge of gluten-free ingredients and production methods will be highly regarded.

• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistency in quality, portioning, texture and presentation.

• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, allergen awareness and workplace health and safety procedures.

• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work efficiently during busy production periods.

• Good attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Flexibility to work across weekdays, weekends, early mornings and public holidays as required.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a specialist gluten-free bakery and contribute to the production of high-quality pastries and baked goods.

• Supportive and friendly team environment.

• Stable, full-time position based in Elsternwick.

• Competitive salary package of $78,000 – $85,000 per annum, commensurate with skills and experience.

How to Apply

If you are an organised and motivated pastry professional with a passion for producing high-quality baked goods, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.