Our client, SPOOR FAMILY PTY LTD (as trustee for Diamond Dough No 2 Trust), is seeking an experienced Baker to join the team at Cruz The Bakehouse, an established bakery and café located in Bundaberg, Queensland.
Cruz The Bakehouse produces a wide range of fresh bakery products, including breads, pastries, cakes, pies, slices, muffins and other baked goods. The business is seeking a skilled Baker who can contribute to the daily production of quality bakery products and work effectively within a busy commercial bakery environment.
These are full-time positions offering an annual salary of $75,000–$85,000 AUD plus superannuation, negotiable for the right candidates based on experience and qualifications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients to produce Cruz The Bakehouse’s wide range of breads, pastries, and baked goods.
- Glaze buns and decorate cakes, pastries, and slices using icings, creams, and toppings to Cruz The Bakehouse standards.
- Monitor ingredient and supply stock levels and place orders in line with Cruz The Bakehouse budget and operational needs.
- Participate in new product development, contributing to Cruz The Bakehouse menu updates and seasonal pastry offerings.
- Ensure strict compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and WHS regulations across all stages of production at Cruz The Bakehouse.
- Operate, clean, and maintain commercial bakery equipment at Cruz The Bakehouse, ensuring it is used safely and effectively.
- Monitor dough development, proofing, baking times, and product quality throughout Cruz The Bakehouse production.
- Maintain accurate production records, batch information, and daily operational schedules for Cruz The Bakehouse.
- Keep the Cruz The Bakehouse workspace clean, sanitised, and well-organised at all times.
- Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, training, and mentoring of junior bakery staff at Cruz The Bakehouse as required.
Requirements:
- Trade qualifications in baking, pastry-making, or culinary arts.
- Minimum of 2–3 years’ professional experience in a similar bakery or pastry setting.
- Strong eye for detail and creativity in presentation.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Availability for split shifts, including weekend work.
- Willingness to relocate to Bundaberg if based elsewhere.
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. A temporary visa holder may only be employed if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.