Early Morning Pastry Chefs — Full-Time & Part-Time

Sweet Belem | Barangaroo, Sydney
3:00 am starts | Weekends required | Free CBD parking during your shift

About Sweet Belem

Sweet Belem is a modern Portuguese pastry brand combining traditional technique with contemporary service. Our compact Barangaroo flagship focuses on quality, consistency and a respectful kitchen culture.

We’re hands-on owners building our business with care, supported by a team that takes pride in its work.

The Roles

We’re seeking full-time and part-time Early Morning Pastry Chefs to prepare, bake and finish our pastry range so the store is ready for morning trade.

Both roles involve 3:00 am starts and weekend shifts. Part-time shifts typically run from 3:00 am to 7:30 am, while full time hours will be discussed during the interview process.

You’ll maintain quality, consistency and presentation across our Portuguese pastries, cakes, donuts and other bakery products, working closely with the Head Pastry Chef and wider team.

These roles suit people who enjoy an early start, work confidently independently and take pride in having fresh products ready for customers.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, bake, fill and finish pastries to Sweet Belem standards
- Complete daily production requirements before morning trade
- Follow recipes, portioning and presentation standards accurately
- Monitor baking times, temperatures and product quality
- Prepare fillings, creams, toppings and other pastry components
- Keep the production area clean, organised and efficient
- Rotate stock and correctly label, date and store ingredients and finished products
- Report ingredient shortages and minimise waste
- Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures
- Complete cleaning,



equipment checks and a clear handover to the day team

What We’re Looking For

- Experience as a Pastry Chef, Pastry Cook or Baker in a commercial kitchen or bakery
- Sound pastry preparation, baking and finishing skills
- Attention to detail and pride in presentation
- Ability to follow recipes, manage time and work independently
- Reliability and availability for 3:00 am starts and weekend shifts
- Good communication and a calm, organised approach to production

Relevant qualifications and experience with laminated dough, custard-based pastries, donuts, cakes or Portuguese pastries are highly regarded. Training in Sweet Belem’s recipes and production standards will be provided.

What We Offer

- Full-time and part-time positions available
- Early morning shifts starting at 3:00 am
- Free CBD parking during your shift
- Rosters published in advance
- Applicable penalty rates
- Training in Sweet Belem’s products and production methods
- Modern pastry equipment and an organised production workplace
- Staff discounts and opportunities to develop your skills
- The opportunity to work with one of Sydney’s recognised Portuguese bakery brands

Hours and How to Apply

Employment types: Full-time and part-time
Start time: 3:00 am
Typical part-time shift: 3:00 am–7:30 am
Full time hours: To be discussed during the interview process
Weekend availability: Required

Shifts may also fall on public holidays, depending on business needs.

Please include your relevant pastry experience, current availability and confirmation that you can work early morning and weekend shifts. Let us know whether you’re applying for a full-time or part-time position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $30.66 per hour

Benefits:

- Employee discount

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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