Baker for SB

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-honored 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 flavor 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.