Pastry Cook

Location: Malaga 6090

Employment Type: Full-time (38 hours per week)

Salary: AUD $80,000 – $82,000 per annum, excluding superannuation

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Pastry Cook to join our bakery team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, baking and decorating a variety of cakes, pastries, desserts and other baked products while maintaining high standards of quality, freshness and presentation. This role is suited to an experienced individual with a passion for pastry-making, strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a busy bakery environment.

• Stable Full-Time Employment
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development of baking, pastry-making and cake decorating skills.
• Collaborative team environment focused on quality and customer satisfaction.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake a variety of cakes, pastries, biscuits, buns and other baked products in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.
• Check the quality and freshness of raw materials and accurately measure and weigh ingredients before production.
• Prepare, mix, knead, roll and shape dough and pastry mixtures using appropriate baking techniques.
• Prepare pastry fillings, creams, icings and other ingredients required for daily production.
• Monitor oven temperatures, baking times and product appearance to ensure consistent baking results.
• Glaze and decorate cakes, pastries and other baked products using creams, icings and decorative finishes.
• Operate baking equipment and machinery, including mixers, ovens, dough rollers and other pastry-making tools.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet established standards for quality, freshness, texture and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of baking equipment, utensils, trays and work areas.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.
• Assist in planning daily pastry production to ensure products are prepared efficiently and orders are completed on time.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels, ensure proper storage and minimise food wastage.
• Work collaboratively with other bakery staff to support efficient daily operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• AQF Certificate III or IV in Patisserie, Baking or a relevant field.
• Minimum one year of relevant experience.
• Sound knowledge of pastry preparation, baking techniques, cake decoration and ingredient handling.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistent product quality.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation.
• Good organisational and time-management skills with the ability to meet production deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated reliability, a strong work ethic and a commitment to producing high-quality pastry products.

About the Company

Dejaxo is a bakery business specialising in the preparation of freshly baked cakes, pastries, desserts and a variety of other bakery products. Our daily operations involve pastry production, cake decoration and providing customers with a diverse selection of freshly prepared baked goods. We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace that values teamwork, craftsmanship and professional development while delivering quality products and excellent customer service.