Baker / Barista

We are Quest Coffee Roasters, a long-established cafe and coffee roastery with a loyal community following in Burleigh Heads and the Gold Coast. Known for our organic, specialty coffee, delicious in-house baked cakes, treats, gourmet toasties, and friendly cafe service. Our cafe is busy, fast paced, with a great team and many regulars who visit throughout the day. We are now seeking an experienced Casual Baker / Cook to join our Quest Burleigh Cafe team.

**We are looking for an experienced Baker / Barista to join our team**

**Position**: Baker / Barista
**Hours**: 32-38 hours/week (Casual with consideration for full time role)
**Schedule**: Between 4:45am and 5pm
**Rate**: $34.00 to $36.00 / hr + Super, Bonuses, and Penalty Rates
**Location**: Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast, QLD

**WHY JOIN US?**
- **Employee Perks**: Free drinks, meals, and discounts on barista equipment.
- **Great Team Environment**: Be part of a young, energetic, and passionate team, supported by experienced professionals from various fields.
- **Make a Difference**: Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers individuals, celebrates small business and community, and upholds standards of social and environmental sustainability.
- **Great Location**: Work in beautiful and bustling Burleigh Heads, close to the beach.
- **Career Growth**: Enjoy the path to a full-time position, with plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development.
- **Supportive Atmosphere**: Experience a collaborative and positive work environment.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Independently prepare and bake a variety of baked goods, including cakes, cookies, and other desserts, following established recipes and techniques.
- Independently prepare and cook a variety of cabinet food including toasties, salads, and snacks.
- Maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by following organisation standards and sanitation regulations.
- Providing assembly / heating instructions and directions to the cafe team.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of baking ingredients, ensuring an adequate supply of raw materials while minimising waste and spoilage.
- Collaborate with the Cafe Manager on refining recipes and the cafe / catering menu.
- Collaborate with the cafe team to plan and coordinate production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of baked goods to meet customer demands.
- Conduct regular quality control checks on finished products, assessing appearance, taste, and texture to meet customer expectations.
- Operate and maintain baking equipment and machinery, performing routine maintenance and reporting any malfunctions or issues to the appropriate department.

**ABOUT YOU**

**Professional Requirements**
- 2+ years experience as a baker / pastry chef in a professional environment.
- 1+ years experience as a barista.
- In depth knowledge of baking principles, ingredients, and techniques.
- Familiarity with commercial bakery equipment, such as mixers, ovens, and other tools, and the ability to operate and troubleshoot them effectively.
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a limited space cafe setting, managing multiple tasks and prioritising responsibilities to meet production schedules.
- Strong listening and verbal communication skills.
- A strong understanding of food health and safety standards.

**Personal Requirements**
- Australian citizen or resident or otherwise appropriate long term VISA working rights
- Availability to work shifts from 4:45am to 3:00pm weekdays, and between hours 5am to 5pm on weekends (if needed)
- A perfectionist approach to food quality and cleanliness
- Creativity and a passion for baking and cooking, with a willingness to explore new recipes, techniques, and flavours to enhance baked good and dessert offering.
- Own transport to and from work

**Nice to have**
- Baking Certification
- Professional cooking qualification
- Barista Experience

**Personal qualities**
- You strive for open and honest communication with respect for others
- Professional demeanor and a desire to exceed expectations
- Strong customer focus and empathy
- Desire to learn
- You are reliable, punctual, and organised
- You like getting things done and care about how they get done
- You are proactive and self-directed, identifying issues and opportunities ahead of time
- You strive for achievement and making a difference

**Job Types**: Permanent, Casual

Pay: $34.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 - 38 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Shift work

Application Question(s):

- If you are on a VISA, what is the type of VISA?
- Why would you be a great fit for this position?
- How many hours are you looking for each week?
- Do you have your own transport to get to and from work?

**Experience**:

- Baking: 1 year (required)
- Barista: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person