Job Description

LODE Pies & Pastries is where fine dining meets the daily ritual of coffee, pastry and pie. Founded by acclaimed LuMi Dining chef Federico Zanellato, we bring serious technique, exceptional ingredients and a slightly obsessive eye for detail to the things people eat every day.

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Think beautifully made pastries. Proper pies. Great coffee. Thoughtful design. And absolutely no interest in doing things the boring way.

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Our Rozelle flagship is where it all comes together. It's our benchmark for food, service and guest experience — a space where quality is non-negotiable, standards are high, and the smallest details count.

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We're looking for people who get that.

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People who care about what they put on a plate. Who notice the details. Who move with purpose, give a damn about hospitality and want to be part of a team that's doing something a little different.

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If you're good at what you do, curious about what's next and allergic to average — we'd like to hear from you.

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About LODE

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LODE Pies & Pastries

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We're not your average bakery.

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LODE Pies & Pastries is where fine dining meets the daily ritual of coffee, pastry and pie. Founded by acclaimed LuMi Dining chef Federico Zanellato, we bring serious technique, exceptional ingredients and a slightly obsessive eye for detail to the things people eat every day.

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Think beautifully made pastries. Proper pies. Outstanding coffee. Thoughtful design. And absolutely no interest in doing things the boring way.

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Our Rozelle flagship is where it all comes together. It's our benchmark for food, service and guest experience — a space where quality is non-negotiable, standards are high, and the smallest details count.

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We're looking for people who get that.

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People who care about what they put on a plate. Who notice the details. Who move with purpose, give a damn about hospitality and want to be part of a team that's doing something a little different.

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If you're good at what you do,



curious about what's next and allergic to average — we'd like to hear from you.

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The role

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We are seeking an experienced Baker to assist in the daily production of our LoDe signature sourdough retail and wholesale production.

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This is a busy, hands-on position suited to a baker who thrives in a premium bakery environment and is a team player and thrives when working in close partnership with the Group Executive Chef.

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Key responsibilities

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- Preparing and baking a wide variety of bread products, including but not limited to baguettes, multigrain breads, sandwich loaves, milk buns, shokupan loaves and artisan-style breads, in accordance with LoDe established recipes & quality standards.
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- Mixing, kneading, fermenting, proving, and shaping doughs using appropriate techniques, both by hand and with commercial baking equipment.
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- Monitoring baking processes by setting and controlling oven temperatures, baking times, and humidity levels to ensure consistent product quality and appearance.
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- Hand-shaping loaves and baked goods and finishing products to required specifications prior to and after baking.
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- Assist in the planning daily and weekly production requirements, including calculating quantities of dough and ingredients to minimise waste while meeting customer demand.
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- Preparing workstations prior to production and ensuring all ingredients, tools, and equipment are ready for use.
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- Operating bakery equipment such as mixers, ovens, proofers, and other machinery safely and efficiently.
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- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness by routinely cleaning bakery tools, utensils, ovens, benches, and production areas in line with food safety and workplace hygiene regulations.
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- Ensuring compliance with food safety standards, hygiene practices, and workplace health and safety requirements at all times.
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- Monitoring stock levels of ingredients and baking supplies and assisting with ordering and replenishment as required.
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- Assisting with general kitchen and food preparation tasks during peak periods when required.
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- Working collaboratively with other bakery and kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations and timely production.
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- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a team.
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- Ensure bread quality, portion control and presentation standards are met.
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- Maintain bakery cleanliness, organisation and hygiene compliance.
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- Monitor stock levels, ordering and wastage control.
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- Comply with all food safety, hygiene and WH&S; requirements.
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- Work collaboratively with BOH pastry team to production.
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- Happy to cross-train or roster between bread production and pastry production for diversity.
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About you

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You will bring:

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- Minimum 2-3 years' experienceas a Baker or in a premium bakery environment
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- Strong sourdough knowledge
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- Experience working high-volume bread production and fast paced environment
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- Ability to work independently and in a small, highly skilled team
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- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
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- Passion for quality, consistency and thoughtful execution
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What we offer

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- $70,000 – $80,000 + super, depending on experience
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- A secure role within a respected, quality-driven hospitality brand
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- Creative input and ownership bread offering
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- Close collaboration with the Group Executive Chef & Owner
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- Supportive, professional kitchen culture
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- Sponsorship available for the right candidate
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📌 Full Time Baker - Premium Bakery / Cafe (New South Wales)
🏢 LODE PIES&PASTRIES
📍 New South Wales