We are looking for a highly personable and enthusiastic bakery assistant to support the daily operations of the bakery services, ensuring that responsibilities are completed on time and products are presented to a high standard, while maintaining a clean and secure workplace.

The Mornington Shire Council is a Local Government Authority providing range of services to the twenty-three islands of the Wellesley Group located 125kms north-west of Burketown, 200kms west of Karumba and 444kms from Mount Isa, in the southern section of the Gulf of Carpentaria, residing within the State of Queensland. The island is 2.5 hours flight from Cairns.

Responsibilities:

Your duties will include, managing baked goods and ingredient inventories, and taking control of the daily cleanup procedures at the bakery. You are also be required to monitor ingredient expiry dates.
Assist the Bakery Manager in preparing and presenting baked goods
Assist in the distribution of goods
Inventory management, ordering and receiving of supplies




Provide exceptional customer services, responding queries and resolving issues
Providing support to the Tavern team as required
Maintaining a high standard of presentation and cleanliness in the hospitality area.
Any other duties as requested by the manager.

Bakery Assistant Requirements:
Valuable communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Full Queensland drivers’ licence
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills and ability to confidently communicate with a wide range of people
Computer literate with the ability to utilise a range of programs
Great organisational and problem-solving skills
Previous experience in bakery / hospitality is desirable but not essential
Understanding of food safety practices
Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment

Note this is an on island position

📌 Bakery Assistant Wellesley Islands (Australia)
🏢 Mornington Shire Council
📍 Australia