About the role

Join a city based quick food Lebanese bakery team producing high-quality traditional and contemporary Lebanese bread, manoush, pies and pizzas. This role will contribute to consistent product quality through skilled baking, careful dough handling and efficient daily production.

Key responsibilities

1. Develop, create and introduce new Lebanese-inspired breads and pastry products, incorporating traditional recipes and innovative flavours.

2. Develop and refine recipes, establish production methods and coordinate daily production schedules to meet operational requirements.

3. Prepare, knead, mix, mature, cut, mould and shape dough for a variety of Lebanese breads, pies and other baked goods.

4. Prepare pies fillings, measure and weigh ingredients, and assess the quality of raw materials to ensure consistency and product standards.

5. Coordinate and oversee the complete baking process, including forming, loading, baking, unloading, de-panning and cooling batches of bread and pastry products.

6. Monitor oven temperatures, baking times and product appearance to ensure products meet established quality standards.

7. Operate and maintain baking machinery and equipment used for rolling, moulding, shaping dough and cutting biscuits.

8. Glaze buns and pastries, decorate cakes with cream and icing,



and apply appropriate finishing techniques to baked products.

9. Inspect, clean and maintain baking trays, tins, machinery and other equipment, ensuring all production areas and facilities meet occupational health and safety requirements.

10. Maintain strict compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene requirements, workplace health and safety standards, and established production procedures.

11. Take ownership of product quality and consistency, ensuring all baked goods meet the required standards for taste, appearance and presentation.

12. Work collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient production, maintain workflow and achieve daily production targets.

What we're looking for

- At least 3 years of experience in a commercial baking role.

- Familiarity with traditional and new trend Lebanese pastries.

- Proficiency in baking and dough handling techniques.

- Proficiency in English.

- A reliable, organised and efficient approach to work.

- Strong teamwork and effective communication skills.

- Keen attention to detail and commitment to product consistency.

- Pride in workmanship and accountability for tasks.

- A positive attitude with a desire to learn and progress.

📌 Lebanese Baker (Melbourne)
🏢 Third Place Cafe
📍 Melbourne