Pastrycook

Aviv Continental Cakes Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Pastry Cook for a full-time position to join their team in Elsternwick, Victoria.



Key Responsibilities:

Prepare, bake, and present a wide variety of pastries, desserts, cakes, tarts, buns and other baked goods.
Create both sweet and savory bakery items, including doughs, fillings, and icings.
Follow and develop recipes with precision, maintaining high standards of taste, presentation, and consistency.
Running machines which roll and mould dough and cut biscuits
Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate records of ingredient usage, purchases, and stock rotation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment, ensuring all health, hygiene, and food safety regulations are strictly followed.
Provide supervision and guidance to junior staff or apprentices involved in pastry preparation and baking
Supervise daily operations within the pastry section, ensuring efficient workflow and quality control throughout the day.
Manage pastry inventory control, minimizing waste while ensuring adequate supply to meet expected demand.
Contribute to the promotion of baked goods through social media, in-house displays, and community outreach efforts.
Plan and execute themed or seasonal pastry items for holidays and special events.
Support menu development and assist in creating new bakery products in collaboration with chefs or supervisors.
Manage inventory levels and place orders for baking supplies as necessary.
Operate and maintain pastry kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions to management promptly.


Skills and Qualifications:

At least a Certificate 3 qualification in Baking or Patisserie
At least 12 months experience as a Pastry Cook in a commercial bakery
Must have at least 12 months of experience in baking artisan sourdough, pastries and patisseries
At least 12 months experience in dough handling, lamination techniques (e.g. French vanilla cream and custard slice, croissants, Danish), and precision baking
At least 12 months experience using professional pastry equipment, such as commercial ovens, mixers, dough sheeters, and temperature-controlled chocolate machines
Effective English and good communication skills
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Able to pass health, hygiene, food handling requirements


Salary: $76515 to $90000 per annum excluding Super

Job-Type: Full-Time