Development Baker

About the Business

At Patties Food Group, we're passionate about creating great food that brings people together. Home to some of Australia's most iconic brands- including Four'N Twenty, Patties, Herbert Adams, and Boscastle. We've been baking quality into every bite for decades. From our roots as a humble regional bakery to our position as a leading food manufacturer, innovation, craftsmanship, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do. We're proud of our heritage- and even prouder of our people, who make it all possible.

About the Role

Based at our Bairnsdale site, the Development Baker plays a key role in our Innovation Team, turning creative ideas into delicious, scalable products for market launch. In this hands-on, collaborative role, reporting to the Master Baker, your duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to; 

• Develop and commercialise new bakery products through the Stage & Gate innovation process.
• Create and refine recipes that balance taste, texture, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Partner with operations, procurement, and QA teams to ensure smooth product launches and cost-optimised formulations.
• Coordinate and oversee product trials, first production runs, and technical validations.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are upheld to the highest level (HACCP, FSANZ, etc.).
• Support troubleshooting, process improvements, and continuous innovation across the bakery category.
• Represent Patties' passion for quality and creativity during site visits and product tastings.

You'll be instrumental in bringing our next generation of baked favourites to life; from concept to commercial success.

About You

You're a hands-on baker who thrives in an environment that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You combine a love of baking with technical expertise and a strong understanding of food manufacturing.

You'll bring:

• 3–5 years' commercial or industrial baking experience with solid knowledge of dough handling, proofing, and baking processes.
• Demonstrated experience in recipe development and product innovation.
• A practical understanding of food safety systems (HACCP, allergen control, hygiene standards).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork, with the ability to train and support production staff.
• Experience in the FMCG environment or project management will be highly regarded.

The Benefits

At Patties, we know our success starts with our people. When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• Iconic Brands & Meaningful Work – Help shape products loved by Aussies nationwide.
• Innovation at Heart – Work in a creative, fast-paced environment where ideas rise and take shape.
• Career Growth – Access development programs and opportunities to grow within a leading FMCG company.
• Team Culture – Join a supportive, collaborative team that values ownership, trust, courage, and integrity.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Enjoy a rewarding salary package, employee discounts, and access to wellbeing programs.
• Work-Life Balance – A workplace that supports flexibility, safety, and respect.

Ready to make the move?

Apply today if this role seems like something you could be interested Please note we are an Equal Opportunity Employer - everyone's welcome here, and we're committed to creating a respectful, inclusive place to work.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. No fee of any type will be paid in the event we hire a candidate whose resume is submitted by an employment agency to any of our employees without a valid written recruitment agreement. Such resumes shall be deemed the sole property of Patties Food Group

Additional information

• Competitive salaries and fantastic employee perks
• Be part of a collaborative team environment and make a true impact
• Supportive & encouraging management to help you take your career to new heights