Austin Baking Co is seeking an experienced Baker to join our team at our Newstead production location. The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing, producing, baking, decorating, and finishing a variety of bread, rolls, pastries, cakes, and other flour-based products to meet daily production needs and quality standards. Key Responsibilities The successful applicant will be required to: Prepare and produce bread, rolls, pastries, cakes, and other flour-based products according to recipes, production schedules, and business standards. Measure, mix, knead, mould, shape, cut, and prove doughs and mixtures using proper baking methods. Operate commercial ovens, mixers, proofers, dough sheeters, moulders, and other bakery equipment safely and efficiently. Monitor baking times, temperatures, product colour, texture, size, shape, and overall quality. Prepare fillings, icings, glazes, toppings, and decorations for pastry and cake products. Decorate, finish, and present products in line with Austin Baking Co’s quality and presentation requirements. Assess the quality of raw ingredients and finished products to ensure freshness, consistency, and compliance with food safety standards. Plan and organise daily production requirements in consultation with management to ensure products are made on time and in required quantities. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across all production areas, equipment, and storage spaces. Store ingredients, doughs, mixtures, and finished products correctly to maintain freshness and minimise wastage. Assist with stock control, ingredient rotation, and ordering of supplies where required. Support, train, and guide junior team members or assistants in baking techniques, equipment use, hygiene, and workplace procedures. Requirements To be considered for this position, applicants should have: Relevant qualification in baking, bread production, pastry production, patisserie, commercial cookery, food production, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience. Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in a commercial bakery or food production environment. Strong experience in preparing doughs, mixtures, fillings, toppings, and finished flour-based products. Sound knowledge of fermentation, proving, shaping, baking, cooling, decorating, and finishing techniques. Experience working with commercial ovens, mixers, proofers, dough sheeters, and related equipment. Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, hygiene procedures, and quality control standards. Understanding of food safety, cleanliness, and workplace health and safety requirements. Ability to work early mornings, weekends, public holidays, and flexible shifts as required. Excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure. Honest, reliable, hardworking, and committed to producing consistent, high-quality products. Benefits Successful applicants will receive: Full-time, ongoing employment in a busy commercial bakery environment. Competitive salary package plus superannuation. Opportunity to work with an established baking business. Supportive team culture with guidance from experienced staff and management. Opportunity to build long-term skills in bread, pastry, cake, and flour-based product production. Hands-on experience using commercial bakery equipment and production systems. Stable working environment with regular shifts. Training and development opportunities for the right candidate. Career progression opportunities within the business as it grows. How to Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant baking experience.
