Full Time. - Pastry Cook - Port Adelaide

Skala Bakery, located in Port Adelaide, South Australia, is seeking a skilled and passionate Pastry Cook to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our bakery, you will play a vital role in crafting high-quality pastries, cakes, and other baked goods that delight our customers daily.

Benefits

Full time permanent position

Competitive salary plus superannuation

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Task & responsibilities

Prepare and bake artisan pastries, cakes, buns and specialty baked goods in line with Skala Bakery production standards

Check quality of raw materials and accurately weigh and measure ingredients

Knead, laminate, mix, cut, mould and shape dough and pastry products using traditional artisan techniques

Prepare pastry fillings, creams and glazes according to established recipes

Monitor oven temperatures and product appearance to ensure consistent baking quality

Glaze pastries and decorate cakes with cream, icing and finishing elements

Operate and maintain bakery equipment including mixers, dough sheeters and ovens

Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas in compliance with food safety and WHS requirements

Qualification & experience

Certificate III or Certificate IV in Patisserie or equivalent qualification

Minimum one year full time relevant experience as a Pastry Cook in a commercial bakery

Strong knowledge of food safety and workplace health and safety requirements

Ability to operate commercial bakery equipment and work in a fast paced production environment