Job Description:

Baker | Sourdough Bread | Join an Iconic Sydney Brand

Join the Bourke Street Bakery team and help us craft exceptional bread that combines traditional artisan baking techniques with modern production equipment to produce exceptional sourdough bread.

Since opening our doors on Bourke Street in Surry Hills in 2004, we’ve grown into a Sydney institution. Our sourdough is at the heart of what we do—and we’re looking for passionate bakers to help us continue that tradition.

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled sourdough baker who takes pride in their craft and enjoys working across all aspects of artisan bread production.

This is a hands-on role offering variety across sourdough mixing, shaping and finishing. You’ll work alongside our experienced bakery supervisors and Production Manager, helping deliver exceptional bread at scale while maintaining the quality, consistency and craftsmanship that define Bourke Street Bakery.

With start times of either 3am or 6am, depending on production requirements, your responsibilities will include:

- Crafting exceptional sourdough: Mixing, shaping and finishing a range of sourdough breads, maintaining high standards of quality, texture and consistency.
- Being hands-on: Working across different stages of production, developing your skills and contributing wherever needed.
- Making a difference: Working closely with supervisors and the Production Manager to improve production methods, streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Problem-solving: Using your baking knowledge and initiative to identify and resolve challenges in a combination of traditional handmade and semi-automated production.
- Maintaining quality:



Taking ownership of product standards, identifying inconsistencies and working with the team to resolve quality issues.
- Bringing ideas to the table: Sharing your knowledge, creativity and enthusiasm for sourdough to continually improve our products and processes.
- Taking pride in your workplace: Maintaining excellent housekeeping, food safety and hygiene standards throughout production.

We're looking for someone who loves working with dough, understands the craft of sourdough and enjoys being part of a team that takes genuine pride in what it produces.

Shift Examples Note: Early Starts

- Mixing shifts: 3am- 11am
- Bread Shaping / Production shifts: 6am–2pm
- This role would be split between Mixing and Production

What We're Looking For

To thrive in this role, you'll be a passionate and reliable baker who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment and takes genuine pride in producing exceptional sourdough.

You'll bring:

- Sourdough experience: At least 2 years' hands-on experience in sourdough production, with a solid understanding of starters, fermentation, mixing and dough development.
- Baking qualifications: A formal baking qualification is preferred, but practical experience and a strong understanding of the craft are equally valued.
- Flexibility:



A willingness to work across different days and shift times to meet production requirements.
- Energy and initiative: A positive, proactive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to get involved.
- Teamwork: Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across production.
- Reliability: The ability to work efficiently, manage priorities and consistently meet production targets and deadlines.
- Work eligibility: Full working rights in Australia.

(Student visas and WHV under 1 year will not be considered.)

You’re someone who lives and breathes bread—you know the Sydney bakery scene, care deeply about quality, and are always looking to improve. You understand the science of sourdough and love experimenting with new ideas and products.

Why Join Us?

We offer:

- Free meals, bread (of course!), and coffee.
- Full training and induction.
- A passionate, supportive team that values your craft.

Ready to shape the future of sourdough with us?
Apply now and be part of Bourke Street Bakery’s baking excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Advantages:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food

Application Question(s):

- What is your current visa status
- Are you planning or have you planned any holiday or travel in the next 6-7months

Experience:

- Sourdough Bakery: 2 year (Required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (Required)

Location: in Person

- Banksmeadow NSW 2019
- Own transport is preferred due to the location and start times.

Pay: $72,500.00 – $74,500.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food

Work Location: In person

📌 Baker Full Time Position (Banksmeadow)
🏢 Bourke Street Bakery
📍 Banksmeadow