There’s a special kind of magic in the early morning bakery the quiet focus, the warm aroma of proofing dough, and the satisfaction of creating something wonderful for the day ahead. We’re searching for an early bird with a genuine spark of interest in the baking trade to join our dedicated team. This is a foundational role, perfect for someone who doesn’t mind the early alarm if it means an early finish and who sees this as a potential first step into a rewarding craft.
Company Overview
We are a cornerstone of our local community, committed to providing our customers with exceptional, fresh bakery products every single day. Our bakery team is driven by passion and precision, and we operate in a fast-paced, supportive environment where quality and teamwork are our main ingredients. We believe in investing in our people, offering clear pathways for those eager to learn and build a future in the food industry.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll be the essential support that helps our bakers shine. Your core tasks will include:
- Assisting our qualified bakers with key preparation work, such as traying out and cutting bread dough, and applying toppings like cheese and sauce with care.
- Taking ownership of maintaining a clean and efficient workspace, including the thorough cleaning of dough machines and equipment after use.
- Safely handling and moving bakery stock and supplies, using trolleys to manage weights typically between 5kg and 20kg.
- Learning fundamental baking processes and tasks directly from our experienced team, soaking up knowledge for your own growth.
- Demonstrating consistent reliability to ensure all daily tasks are completed on schedule, helping our team meet customer demand without a hitch.
Qualifications
We’re less about a long list of experience and more about finding the right attitude and potential. The ideal person will bring:
- An undeniable sense of reliability and a strong work ethic—you understand that the team depends on you.
- A bright, positive nature and good common sense, allowing you to work effectively both unsupervised and as part of our close-knit crew.
- Keen attention to detail, whether following instructions or maintaining our cleanliness standards.
- Genuine customer service sensitivity, understanding that your work directly impacts someone’s day.
- Integrity and initiative; you see what needs to be done and you do it.
- The physical capability to safely perform the required lifting and moving tasks.
- Most importantly, a palpable eagerness to learn and a real curiosity about building a skillset in baking.
Benefits and Perks
This role is designed to be a launchpad. We offer:
- A consistent Friday and Saturday schedule (5:00 AM to 2:00 PM, 17 hours-week) with early finishes, plus the opportunity for additional hours.
- A competitive hourly rate between $27.00 and $33.00.
- Comprehensive training and a structured six-week induction program to build your confidence and competence from the ground up.
- Direct mentorship from our passionate Bakery Production Lead and qualified bakers who are invested in teaching keen learners.
- A clear and supported career path for ambitious individuals who want to pursue baking as a trade.
- The pride of being part of a passionate, high-performing team in a stable and essential industry.
- Salary Ranges 17$ per hr depends on experience
How to Apply
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and discover if a career in baking is your calling, we would love to hear your story. Please send your CV and a cover letter that tells us a bit about you and why this opportunity excites you to Use the subject line: “Bakery Production Assistant – We are excited to meet individuals who are as passionate about building a future as we are about building great bread. Apply today and let’s see how far we can go together.
