POPPY & MAUDE HOLDINGS PTY LTD Pollen Café brings together seasonal food, warm hospitality and a unique setting in Canberra’s Australian National Botanic Gardens.

Open seven days a week, we welcome locals and visitors for breakfast, lunch, specialty coffee and our range of house-made pastries, cakes and desserts. We are seeking a skilled Pastrycook for a full-time role (38 hours per week) who takes pride in their craft and can manage daily pastry production with care, consistency and creativity. Employer is Poppy & Maude Holdings Pty Ltd t/a Pollen cafe Benefits Permanent full-time employment with a salary of $80,000 plus superannuation. A distinctive workplace within the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Responsibility for the café’s pastry section and the opportunity to contribute your own ideas. Collaboration with an established hospitality team. Task & responsibilities Prepare and produce pastries, cakes, tarts, biscuits, desserts and other baked goods. Make, knead, roll, laminate, cut and shape doughs and pastry, including croissant, puff, sweet and shortcrust pastry. Prepare fillings and components such as custards, creams, curds, ganache, frangipane and seasonal fruit fillings. Check the quality of ingredients, weigh and measure accurately, and follow recipes and production specifications. Monitor proofing, oven temperatures, baking times and product appearance to achieve consistent results. Coordinate daily production, including baking, unloading, cooling and finishing, to ensure products are ready for service. Glaze, ice, decorate and present cakes, pastries and desserts for counter display, plated service and special orders. Develop seasonal pastry and dessert items in consultation with the General Manager. Monitor ingredient stock, storage and rotation, and minimise production waste. Maintain the cleanliness of the pastry section, equipment, trays and tins, and follow food safety and workplace health and safety procedures. Guide junior kitchen staff in basic pastry preparation as required.



Qualification & experience Qualification & Experience To be a successful candidate you should have A relevant qualification in patisserie, pastry cooking or baking, such as a Certificate III in Patisserie or equivalent. Demonstrated experience producing pastries, cakes and desserts in a commercial kitchen, café, bakery or patisserie. Practical skills in laminated doughs, pastry fillings, baking and cake decoration. The ability to organise daily production and work independently while contributing to the wider kitchen team. Solid attention to detail, consistency and presentation. Sound knowledge of food hygiene, safe food handling and stock management. Good communication skills and a reliable, professional approach. Availability for early starts and rostered weekend and public holiday work. About Company At Pollen cafe, our mission is to create a welcoming, vibrant space where community, sustainability, and quality come together.

We serve wholesome food and great coffee with genuine care, aiming to nourish both body and soul. Our values guide everything we do: Community – We exist to serve and support our local community, creating a space where everyone feels at home. Sustainability – We prioritise ethical sourcing, low-waste practices, and support for local producers. Quality – From ingredients to service, we hold ourselves to high standards, with attention to detail in every interaction. Integrity – We lead with honesty, fairness, and transparency. Creativity – We embrace fresh ideas and continuous improvement. Pollen Cafe is committed to a positive, inclusive work culture.

We celebrate diversity and provide a safe, respectful environment for all team members.

We believe in open communication, equal opportunity, and fostering a workplace where everyone can grow and feel valued. Together, we’re more than just a cafe, we’re a destination where good food, great people, and shared values come together. Work Type: Full time Salary: $74999-84999 Job Publish: 08-11-2026 Job Expire: 08-12-2026 Apply on: PASTRYCOOK Job here! This job is brought to you by .

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