Baker

Location: Alexandria, NSW, 2015 Full-Time: Immediate start Job Title: Baker Salary range: $79,500 - $85,000 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: Production & Baking: • 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. Quality Control & Preparation: • 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. Equipment & Workspace Maintenance: • 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. If you are passionate about traditional baking and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to be part of a team that takes pride in crafting exceptional baked goods with care and expertise. Please note: We are acting as the recruitment agent on behalf of our client, and the employer’s identity will be disclosed upon application.