Baker

Responsibilities Open the bakery early in the morning Clean kitchen equipment and tools before use Weigh flour and other ingredients to prepare dough Bake different bread types, like pretzels, baguettes and multigrain breads Adjust oven temperatures to ensure proper baking Mix various ingredients to create fillings for cakes and pies (e.g. chocolate ganache, caramel sauce and fruits) Decorate cakes with glazes, icings, buttercream and edible toppings, like flowers Shape dough to prepare different types of pastries, including croissants, cookies and sweet rolls Prepare custom-made pastries based on customers’ preferences (e.g. birthday cakes) Recommend recipes to renew our menu and attract more customers (e.g. gluten-free or vegan desserts) Track food supplies and place orders, as needed Requirements and skills Experience as a Baker, Pastry Chef or similar role Familiarity with all professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, blenders and dough sheeters Understanding of food safety practices Experience with cake decoration techniques Excellent time-management skills Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced environment Team spirit, with a customer-focused attitude Able to work on weekend and public holiday