Senior Sourdough Baker
5 days ago
                                            
							
							Ballarat, Victoria, Australia                                        
							
							1816 Bakehouse
																					
							Full time                                        
							
														
							$60,000 - $120,000 per year                                            
							
													
						Senior Sourdough Baker – Join Our Artisan Leadership TeamAt 1816 Bakehouse, every loaf tells a story — slow-fermented, hand-shaped, baked on stone.
We're looking for a Senior Sourdough Baker to join our leadership team and help guide the next chapter of our bakehouse.
This is a hands-on role for a skilled baker who understands the rhythm of sourdough production and thrives in a collaborative environment where quality, consistency and calm leadership matter.
What you'll be doing
- Working within the leadership team to oversee daily production and maintain quality standards
 - Managing fermentation schedules, dough development and bake times
 - Supporting and mentoring bakers and apprentices
 - Helping refine systems, recipes and processes as we grow
 - Bringing new ideas to strengthen our range and efficiency
 
About you
You're an experienced baker with genuine respect for craft and the people behind it. You'll bring:
- Deep knowledge of naturally leavened bread and artisan techniques
 - Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail
 - The ability to lead by example while collaborating as part of a close team
 - A calm, steady presence during early starts and busy days
 
What's on offer
- A senior position within a respected, growing regional bakery
 - Opportunity to contribute to strategy, systems and product innovation
 - Modern facilities, high-quality ingredients and supportive peers
 - Stable hours, strong culture and a long-term future in the craft
 
If you believe in good bread, teamwork and genuine craftsmanship, we'd love to hear from you.