Position: Baker
Type: Full-time
Employer: Killarney Vale Bakery
Location: Killarney Vale NSW 2261
Salary: $75,000 p/a
Company Overview:
Killarney Vale Bakery and Café is a family-owned business that has proudly served the Central Coast community for over 30 years. The bakery provides high-quality baked goods and services daily on both a wholesale and retail basis, emphasizing the use of local ingredients. Products range from breads and rolls to pies, cakes, and fresh sandwiches. The wholesale division supplies local pubs, clubs, schools, cafes, and sporting clubs.
Position Overview:
The Baker is responsible for producing high-quality baked goods while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This role involves both hands-on baking and administrative responsibilities, such as managing supplies and supervising apprentices. The Baker will be a key team member, maintaining the bakery’s reputation for excellence and supporting its continued growth.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Baking and Production:
Weigh, mix, knead, mature, mould, and shape mixtures for baking.
Load and unload mixtures into ovens using tins and trays.
Operate and monitor baking equipment, adjusting controls to regulate oven temperatures.
Product Decoration and Presentation:
Glaze or decorate baked goods using icing, cream, and other toppings.
Mix and blend colors for icings and create shaped sugar ornaments.
Ensure all products are visually appealing and meet standardized portion sizes.
Food Safety and Hygiene:
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace in compliance with Food Safety requirements.
Follow strict personal hygiene standards, including wearing a clean uniform.
Check cleanliness of equipment and utensils to meet health and safety regulations.
Inventory Management:
Order baking supplies from wholesalers and manage stock levels.
Ensure accurate tracking and use of ingredients to minimize waste.
Customer Service:
Serve customers at the bakery, ensuring excellent service and product knowledge.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Assist with budget preparation and management.
Supervise and mentor apprentices and junior kitchen staff.
Requirements:
Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents are encouraged to apply.
Certificate IV in Patisserie.
At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.
Proficiency in baking techniques, including weighing, mixing, shaping, and decorating.
Strong knowledge of baking equipment operation and maintenance.
Attention to detail for portion control and food presentation.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
Leadership and mentoring skills to supervise apprentices.
Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
How to apply:
Please apply with your resume via the online portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted,
Type: Full-time
Employer: Killarney Vale Bakery
Location: Killarney Vale NSW 2261
Salary: $75,000 p/a
Company Overview:
Killarney Vale Bakery and Café is a family-owned business that has proudly served the Central Coast community for over 30 years. The bakery provides high-quality baked goods and services daily on both a wholesale and retail basis, emphasizing the use of local ingredients. Products range from breads and rolls to pies, cakes, and fresh sandwiches. The wholesale division supplies local pubs, clubs, schools, cafes, and sporting clubs.
Position Overview:
The Baker is responsible for producing high-quality baked goods while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This role involves both hands-on baking and administrative responsibilities, such as managing supplies and supervising apprentices. The Baker will be a key team member, maintaining the bakery’s reputation for excellence and supporting its continued growth.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Baking and Production:
Weigh, mix, knead, mature, mould, and shape mixtures for baking.
Load and unload mixtures into ovens using tins and trays.
Operate and monitor baking equipment, adjusting controls to regulate oven temperatures.
Product Decoration and Presentation:
Glaze or decorate baked goods using icing, cream, and other toppings.
Mix and blend colors for icings and create shaped sugar ornaments.
Ensure all products are visually appealing and meet standardized portion sizes.
Food Safety and Hygiene:
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace in compliance with Food Safety requirements.
Follow strict personal hygiene standards, including wearing a clean uniform.
Check cleanliness of equipment and utensils to meet health and safety regulations.
Inventory Management:
Order baking supplies from wholesalers and manage stock levels.
Ensure accurate tracking and use of ingredients to minimize waste.
Customer Service:
Serve customers at the bakery, ensuring excellent service and product knowledge.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Assist with budget preparation and management.
Supervise and mentor apprentices and junior kitchen staff.
Requirements:
Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents are encouraged to apply.
Certificate IV in Patisserie.
At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.
Proficiency in baking techniques, including weighing, mixing, shaping, and decorating.
Strong knowledge of baking equipment operation and maintenance.
Attention to detail for portion control and food presentation.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
Leadership and mentoring skills to supervise apprentices.
Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
How to apply:
Please apply with your resume via the online portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted,
