Lebanese Pizza Baker
1 week ago
Location: Brighton-Le-Sands, NSW
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediate start available
Company: Five Loaves Bakery
About Us
Five Loaves Bakery is a newly established artisan bakery and café on the Sydney coast, bringing together traditional Lebanese flavours and modern café culture.
Our vision is simple — to create food made with heart, served with grace, and prepared with excellence.
We are now seeking a skilled Lebanese Pizza Baker (Manoush Maker) to join our growing team and help us deliver authentic, high-quality products daily.
About the Role
We're looking for someone experienced in manoush and Lebanese dough preparation, who understands the craft of baking from start to finish — from dough fermentation to topping preparation and oven management.
The ideal candidate will take ownership of the kitchen's manoush section, manage ingredient prep and supplier coordination, and ensure consistency, quality, and speed during busy morning service.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, portion, and proof dough for manoush, lahm bi ajeen, and other Lebanese flatbreads.
- Mix ingredients accurately and maintain consistency in dough texture and fermentation.
- Prepare toppings daily (zaatar, cheese, mince mix, labneh, vegetables, etc.).
- Operate and maintain bakery ovens (deck or conveyor) to ensure perfect bake results.
- Liaise with ingredient suppliers and maintain proper stock levels.
- Maintain cleanliness, food safety, and kitchen organisation.
- Contribute positively to the team culture built on excellence, humility, and integrity.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in Lebanese bakery or pizzeria (manoush or flatbread production).
- Skilled in dough preparation, fermentation, and handling.
- Experience with food suppliers and topping preparation.
- Strong time management and ability to work under pressure.
- Food Safety Certificate preferred.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to start early mornings.
- Positive, respectful attitude and team spirit.
Why Join Us
- Be part of a new, purpose-driven bakery in a prime coastal location.
- Opportunity to showcase your craft and grow with the brand.
- Supportive and family-oriented environment.
- Competitive pay based on experience + meals + growth potential.
How to Apply
If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of a bakery built on integrity, passion, and excellence, we'd love to meet you.
Please apply with your resume and a brief note about your experience with manoush and dough preparation.
