Job Description

We're looking for a qualified Baker/Chef with relevant trade qualifications and commercial experience to take ownership of daily baking, cooking and food production. You'll be responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality products while maintaining strong food safety, cleanliness and compliance standards.

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About the Role

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We're looking for a qualified Baker/Chef with relevant trade qualifications and commercial experience to take ownership of daily baking, cooking and food production. You'll be responsible for delivering consistent, high-quality products while maintaining strong food safety, cleanliness and compliance standards.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Produce baked goods, food and prepared products to approved recipes and quality standards.
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- Maintain consistent quality, presentation, portioning and production levels.
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- Complete all required food safety, temperature, production and cleaning checklists.
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- Maintain a clean, organised, protected and compliant kitchen/bakery.
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- Monitor stock, wastage, quality and expiry dates, escalating issues promptly.
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- Correctly operate, clean and maintain ovens, mixers, refrigeration and kitchen equipment.
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- Follow all SOPs, policies and food safety procedures.
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- Support the team, share knowledge and lead by example.
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About You

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- Certificate III in Baking, Commercial Cookery or relevant trade qualification/experience.
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- Commercial bakery, kitchen or food production experience.
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- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, allergens, temperature control, labelling and FIFO.
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- High attention to detail and pride in quality and presentation.
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- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
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- Reliable, punctual, accountable and able to work independently.
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- Strong commitment to food safety, cleanliness, compliance and workplace standards.
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Why Join Us?

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- Be part of a growing local business with a strong focus on quality and consistency.
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- Stable, ongoing employment with a supportive team environment.
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- Work in a professional, well-organised kitchen and bakery.
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- Opportunity to use and develop your baking and culinary skills.
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- Be part of a team that values quality, food safety and high standards.
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- Varied and hands-on work — no two days are exactly the same.
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- Opportunity to grow with the business
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