At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead pastry production and create delicious croissants and pastries from scratch.
- Company: Rise and Shine Bakery, a growing wholesale bakery in Melbourne.
- Benefits: Full-time leadership role with opportunities for creativity and product development.
- Other info: Work closely with the owner and enjoy a dynamic bakery environment.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make your mark in the pastry world.
- Qualifications: Experience in making laminated pastries and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Rise and Shine Bakery is a growing wholesale bakery supplying fresh bread and pastries to cafés, restaurants and food businesses across Melbourne.
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Pastry Chef to lead our pastry production team and help develop our wholesale pastry range.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will manage daily pastry production, working closely with the owner to plan production, lead the team and ensure consistent quality.
Strong experience making croissants and laminated pastries from scratch is essential.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead daily production of croissants, Danish pastries, escargots and other laminated pastries.
- Prepare, mix, laminate, shape, proof and bake pastry products.
- Plan production around wholesale orders and dispatch deadlines.
- Maintain consistent product quality, size, appearance and taste.
- Train, supervise and support pastry team members.
- Manage ingredient usage, monitor stock requirements and minimise waste.
- Develop new products and improve existing recipes.
- Troubleshoot dough, lamination, proofing and baking issues.
- Maintain a clean, organised workplace and follow food safety and workplace safety procedures.
ABOUT YOU
- Proven experience producing croissants and laminated pastries from scratch.
- Previous experience as a Pastry Chef, Pastry Sous Chef or Senior Pastry Chef.
- Experience in a wholesale bakery or high-volume production environment.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Attention to detail and the ability to meet production deadlines.
- A reliable, positive and hands-on approach.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A full-time leadership position in a growing wholesale bakery.
- Ownership of the pastry department and opportunities to develop new products.
- The chance to work directly with the owner and contribute ideas.
- A supportive working environment and an established wholesale customer base.
Pastry Chef in Melbourne employer: RISE AND SHINE BAKERY
RISE AND SHINE BAKERY offers a dynamic work environment where creativity and skill are valued. Employees have the opportunity to lead production teams and develop new pastry products, fostering professional growth. The company emphasizes quality and teamwork, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for all staff members.
