Baker / Pastry Chef

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Baker with strong expertise in pie production and creamery products to join a well-established food production business in Tasmania. This hands-on role is ideal for a passionate professional who enjoys producing high-quality baked goods and dairy-based desserts while maintaining exceptional food safety and quality standards.

The successful candidate will work with premium ingredients to prepare a variety of sweet and savoury pies, pastries, ice cream, custards, and other creamery products. This position also offers the opportunity to contribute to recipe development and seasonal menu creations within a supportive team environment.

• Prepare and bake a wide range of sweet and savoury pies from scratch, including pastry, fillings and finishing
• Produce high-quality creamery products including ice cream, custards and other dairy-based desserts
• Prepare pastry doughs using appropriate techniques including lamination and blind baking
• Maintain consistent product quality, presentation and portion control
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards are maintained at all times
• Monitor stock levels, rotate ingredients and assist with ordering supplies
• Develop and refine recipes, seasonal products and specialty menu items
• Work efficiently with the production team to meet daily preparation and baking schedules
• Operate bakery equipment safely and perform routine cleaning and maintenance
• Support continuous improvement in production processes and product quality

• Proven experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef or in a similar baking role
• Strong experience producing sweet and savoury pies
• Demonstrated knowledge of creamery products including ice cream, custards and dairy-based desserts
• Excellent pastry-making skills including dough preparation, lamination and baking techniques
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and quality assurance standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product consistency
• Reliable, well-organised and able to work early morning shifts
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Relevant food safety or hospitality qualifications are advantageous

Must be eligible to meet Australian visa sponsorship requirements.