NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! All training is provided on the job, and also at Tafe.
Bakers Delight is seeking skilled and passionate Bakers and Apprentice Bakers to join our team at our Cockburn Central location in Western Australia. This is a full-time position offering an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic bakery environment where quality, craftsmanship and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you are an experienced baker looking to advance your career or an apprentice eager to learn the trade, this role will provide you with the platform to develop your skills and contribute to our continued success in delivering exceptional baked goods to our community.
Key responsibilities
1. Prepare, mix and knead dough using traditional and modern baking techniques to produce high-quality bread, pastries and baked goods
2. Operate and maintain bakery equipment including ovens, mixers, dividers and other specialist machinery
3. Follow established recipes and baking procedures to ensure consistency and quality in all products
4. Monitor baking times and temperatures to achieve the desired colour, texture and flavour profiles
5. Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and safety in accordance with health and safety regulations
6. Assist in inventory management and stock rotation, ensuring fresh ingredients are always available
7. Work effectively as part of a team to meet daily production targets and deadlines
8. Support the development and testing of new products and recipes
9. For apprentices: develop foundational baking knowledge and practical skills under the guidance of experienced bakers
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Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment at all times
What we're looking for
1. For experienced bakers: proven experience working in a professional bakery environment, with demonstrated expertise in bread making, pastry production and other baked goods
2. For apprentices: enthusiasm for learning the baking trade, with a willingness to develop new skills and knowledge in a fast-paced setting
3. A strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices, or willingness to achieve relevant qualifications
4. Physical fitness and stamina to handle the demands of baking work, including standing for extended periods and lifting heavy items
5. Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing consistently high-quality products
6. Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet production schedules
7. Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a positive and collaborative attitude
8. Reliability and punctuality, with flexibility to work early morning shifts as required
9. Desirable: relevant qualifications such as Food Safety Supervisor certification or Certificate II/III in Baking
10. Desirable: experience with specific baking techniques such as sourdough, laminated doughs or artisan methods
Apply now
If you are a skilled baker or enthusiastic apprentice ready to make your mark in the baking industry, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter outlining your baking experience and passion for the trade, to the Bakers Delight team at Cockburn Central. We look forward to welcoming you to our bakery.