The Ohakune Chocolate Eclair Shop is seeking a skilled Senior Baker to join our established team. This full-time role involves preparing and crafting high-quality baked goods in our busy bakehouse. If you have a passion for baking and thrive in a dynamic environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! 

Normal work hours between 2am – 3pm Monday – Sunday. 2 week rotating roster

Permanent role, min 30 hrs per week

Key Responsibilities:

As a Senior Baker, you will:

· Prepare and craft dough, pastries, and baked goods using precise measurements and high-temperature baking techniques.

· Mix and blend ingredients to produce a variety of baked products. Evaluate the quality of raw materials and accurately weigh ingredients for recipes.

· Knead, mature, mix, cut, and shape dough and pastry goods to ensure consistency.

· Prepare and assemble pastry fillings.

· Oversee the workflow of baking batches, including shaping, loading, baking, cooling, and finishing products.

· Glaze buns and pastries, and skilfully decorate cakes with icing, cream, and other toppings.

· Ensure finished goods meet quality standards and production requirements.

· Operate specialized baking equipment, such as dough rollers, moulders, and biscuit cutters.

· Monitor oven temperatures and baked goods during production to achieve optimal results.

· Clean and grease baking trays, tins, and equipment after use to maintain operational readiness.

· Maintain a clean and organised workspace, complying with health and safety protocols.

· Inspect the cleanliness of equipment and ensure the premises meet health and safety standards before starting production.

· Assist in developing and adhering to daily production schedules and recipes.

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you must meet the following criteria:

· Experience: At least 3 years of relevant work experience (which must include experience in working with pastry – choux, flaky and puff) OR a relevant qualification at Level 4 or higher with at least 1 year experience working with pastry – choux, flaky and puff.

· Skills and Attributes:

Required:

o Excellent skills in Choux pastry specifically required

o Strong attention to detail and precision in following recipes.

o Physical stamina to manage early starts (2 a.m.) and a fast-paced workload.

o Basic math skills for measuring and scaling ingredients accurately.

o Ability to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods.

o Availability to work around peak hours, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred:

o A proactive and team-oriented approach to work & a willingness to work as part of a high-energy, efficient team in a fast-paced environment.

o Exceptional listening and communication skills.

o Have a strong work ethic, who will take personal accountability for the work they are required to do.

o A polite, engaging personality.

o Commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.

If you are passionate about baking and want to bring your skills to a renowned establishment, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now to join our team and be part of the Ohakune Chocolate Eclair Shop tradition!

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