About

We are a busy bakery known for high-quality breads, cakes, pies and pastries. We are seeking a skilled Baker to join our Gladstone team. In this role you will prepare and bake a wide variety of bakery products using industrial ovens and mixers. Key duties include measuring, mixing and kneading dough; shaping loaves, rolls, cakes and pastries; monitoring baking times and temperatures; and decorating finished goods. You will also help train junior staff and maintain strict hygiene and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

? Prepare Dough & Batter: Weigh and measure baking ingredients (flour, yeast, butter, eggs, etc.) and combine them to make dough or batter.
? Knead and Shape: Knead, roll, cut and shape dough into breads, buns, cakes, tarts and pastry items; allow dough to rest/rise as needed for proper texture.
? Baking: Operate ovens and other bakery equipment; monitor oven temperatures and adjust baking times to ensure products are evenly and properly baked.
? Decorate & Finish: Apply icings, glazes and toppings to breads, pastries and cakes to achieve an appealing finished appearance.
? Clean and Maintain: Keep the bakery work area, equipment and utensils clean and sanitized in compliance with health/safety procedures. Regularly clean trays, pans, mixers and ovens.
? Train & Supervise: Instruct and mentor new or junior bakery staff on recipes, equipment use and best practice. Ensure the team works efficiently and productively.
? Inventory & Ordering: Monitor stock levels of ingredients and supplies; assist with ordering to ensure uninterrupted production.

Skills and experience

? Commercial bakery experience (2+ years) and/or Certification in Baking (or equivalent) preferred
? Proven bread making/baking and pastry capability: breads, cakes, slices, tart making
? Ability to train and coach new Baker/staff with clear communication and patience
? Solid understanding of nutrition fundamentals for healthier product choices and ingredient transparency
? Strong spoken and written English; comfortable with production logs and SOPs
? A can-do attitude, reliability, and pride in consistent quality
? Attention to detail, cleanliness, and food safety practices (e.g., HACCP basics)
? Comfortable with early starts and peak production periods

What we offer

? Competitive salary + super, stable full-time hours
? Staff discounts and supportive team culture
? On-the-job training and structured development within a national brand
? Regional lifestyle in Gladstone with the opportunity to make a local impact
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Visa and work rights
This vacancy is open to Australian citizens and permanent residents. We are an approved Standard Business Sponsor. For suitably qualified candidates, employer nomination under the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) or Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) may be considered, subject to eligibility and Department of Home Affairs requirements.

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How to apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your baking experience and availability.

Equal opportunity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We never request payment or bank details during the recruitment process.