Bakers and Pastry Cooks [Cedar Park Bakehouse]

Beach Treats Pty Ltd trading as Cedar Park Bakehouse is a well-established artisan bakery located in Taranganba, Queensland. Renowned for its handcrafted breads, pastries, and premium baked goods, the bakehouse is committed to traditional baking techniques, high-quality ingredients, and consistent production standards. The business is currently seeking experienced Bakers and Pastry Cooks for multiple full-time positions to support ongoing demand and production requirements. These roles offer a competitive salary range of AUD 75,000 to AUD 85,000 per annum plus superannuation, with remuneration negotiable based on skills and experience. This is an opportunity to join a professional, quality-driven team within a growing regional bakery operation. Duties & Responsibilities: - Mixing, preparing, weighing and measuring ingredients for the production of signature artisan breads, handcrafted pastries, and traditional baked goods. - Preparing and baking Cedar Park Bakehouse’s daily range of handcrafted breads (white, wholegrain, and specialty loaves), hearty meat/vegetarian pies, and takeaway baked items. - Decorating custom and ready-made cakes for special celebrations using different icings, sponges, toppings, and decorative finishes to ensure exceptional visual presentation. - Glazing buns and pastries, and decorating celebration cakes with cream and icing according to customer specifications and high store standards. - Monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar, and pie fillings, and make appropriate orders within budget for management. - Contributing ideas to the menu & having involvement in seasonal pastry, custom cake, and catering menu development. - Check the quality of materials and condition of equipment and devices used for commercial baking and cooking. - Complying with food hygiene, food safety, and sanitization requirements. - Keep a sanitised and orderly environment in the kitchen, prep areas, and display cases. - Ensure all food, raw ingredients, and prepared items are stored properly. - Keeping accurate daily production, temperature, and inventory records. - Operating a variety of commercial bakery equipment, ovens, and mixers safely and efficiently. - Identify staffing needs and help recruit and train kitchen personnel. - Maintaining a clean and hygienic work environment at all times. - Plan & prepare the daily baking and production schedule to ensure fresh breads, pastries, and catering orders are ready for daily trade. Requirements: To be considered for this role, you should: - Open to moving if based interstate or in another city. - Available on weekends and for split shifts. - Preferably have a Certificate in baking or pastry. - At least 2 years of experience as a professional baker. - Be able to work well in a fast-paced environment. - Have excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. What You'll Get in Return - A secure, full-time position with long-term career development opportunities in a growing artisan bakery. - The opportunity to work alongside a skilled, supportive team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and high production standards. - Enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle in Taranganba, Queensland, offering a strong work-life balance in a welcoming regional community. - Employee discount. - Salary packaging. How to join the team Please submit an online application to join our diverse, compassionate, and dedicated team for a rewarding career. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or have the capacity to work in Australia permanently. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.