Job Info

Location: CADDENS, NSW

Salary: $80,001 - $100,000

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Position: Baker Type: Full-time, 38 hours per week Employer: Tea Cozy 2 Pty Ltd trading as

The Tea Cosy Location: Caddens NSW 2747 Salary: $80,000 per annum plus superannuation

About the Business The Tea Cosy is a specialist tea house and café that has traded since 2018 from a heritage-listed building in Sydney, where it has built a distinctive reputation for freshly baked scones and the traditional Devonshire tea experience. The business centres on small-batch, handmade scones baked on the premises throughout the day and sold directly to customers through its café, takeaway and pre-order services, from traditional plain scones to specialty, seasonal and savoury varieties, with gluten-free scones made fresh to order and vegan options by request.

With a team of around 20 staff, The Tea Cosy pairs a menu that changes with seasonal ingredients and daily and monthly specials with consistent, careful preparation, and offers a hands-on, collaborative workplace that values craftsmanship, food safety and genuine hospitality. About the Position The Baker is responsible for the daily production of

The Tea Cosy’s handmade scones and other baked products, ensuring that freshly baked goods are available throughout each trading day to meet café, takeaway, pre-order and function demand. Reporting to the Director, the role plans and runs the baking schedule, upholds the business’s recipes and presentation standards, prepares gluten-free and vegan products with strict allergen controls, guides kitchen staff in preparation methods, and contributes to the development of new and seasonal products, making it central to the quality and reputation on which the business depends. Key Responsibilities

Select, measure and weigh flour, butter, dairy products, eggs, sugar, yeast and other ingredients according to approved recipes and production requirements, checking the quality and suitability of raw materials before use. Prepare, mix, knead, rest, portion and shape dough and pastry products using appropriate techniques to achieve the required consistency and finished characteristics. Prepare and bake handmade scones, including traditional, specialty,



seasonal and savoury varieties, together with cakes, pastries and other baked products in line with approved recipes and menu requirements.

Prepare gluten-free and vegan products using appropriate ingredients, preparation and handling procedures, taking reasonable steps to minimise cross-contamination. Prepare batters, fillings and other components to the consistency required for baking and assembly. Finish, glaze, decorate and arrange baked products for service to the business’s presentation and service standards.

Follow and maintain approved recipes, portion specifications, production methods and food preparation standards, and implement authorised changes to recipes and procedures to ensure consistent results. Inspect finished products for freshness, texture, appearance and portion, and address any products that fall short of the required standard. Operate commercial ovens, mixers and other baking equipment safely and efficiently, including loading and unloading trays, tins and other equipment during production.

Monitor oven temperatures, baking times and product appearance, and adjust as needed to achieve the required texture, colour, consistency and finish. Coordinate the forming, loading, baking, unloading, de-panning and cooling of batches so that products are ready for service on time. Plan and complete daily baking requirements based on anticipated customer demand, takeaway orders, pre-orders, special functions and seasonal trade.

Monitor the availability, condition and use of ingredients and supplies, maintain appropriate stock levels, report shortages or quality issues to management, and minimise waste through accurate measurement, batch planning, correct storage and stock rotation. Check the cleanliness, condition and safe operation of equipment and production areas before use, and empty, clean, grease and maintain trays, tins and other equipment after production. Maintain food hygiene,



food safety, allergen management and work health and safety standards throughout preparation, baking, storage and service, and take reasonable care of the employer’s property, equipment and facilities.

Assist in coordinating daily kitchen production and workflow, including allocating preparation tasks and coordinating staff breaks and finishing times to suit operational needs. Monitor day-to-day kitchen production and give practical guidance to kitchen staff to maintain food quality, preparation standards and efficient workflow. Train and guide food preparation staff in approved recipes, preparation techniques, presentation requirements, food safety procedures and kitchen standards.

Assist with developing and testing current and seasonal baked products in response to the menu, customer demand and business requirements. Maintain a professional and respectful workplace and perform other reasonable duties within the scope of the position. Requirements

Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply. AQF Certificate III, including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV in a relevant field; or at least three years of relevant work experience in lieu of formal qualifications. Minimum of 12 months of relevant experience in commercial baking.

Sound knowledge of dough, pastry, batter and scone production techniques, and confidence operating commercial ovens, mixers and baking equipment. Working knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen management practices, including gluten-free and vegan preparation and the prevention of cross-contamination. Ability to plan production to forecast demand, manage stock rotation and control waste, and follow recipes and portion specifications precisely.

Strong communication skills and the ability to guide and train kitchen staff and coordinate daily workflow. A strong eye for quality and presentation, good problem-solving skills under time pressure, and availability to work a roster across the café’s trading days, including weekends and public holidays as required. How to Apply

Please submit your resume with a valid email address through this online portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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