Baker

Position Title: Two Bakers (Full Time)
Location: Wairoa District, New Zealand
Pay Rate: $25 – $35.00 per hour (depending on skills and experience)
Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week and maximum 40 hours

About Us

We are a busy bakery café serving the Wairoa District with fresh bread, pastries, cakes, and desserts. Our focus is on delivering high-quality baked goods, consistency, and great value to our local community. We are now seeking two experienced Bakers to join our hardworking team.

Position Purpose and Primary Objectives

The Baker is responsible for preparing and producing a wide range of bakery products to a high standard, ensuring food safety compliance, and maintaining efficient bakery operations. This role requires strong baking knowledge, independence, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Baking & Food Preparation

• Inspect and prepare bakery equipment before and after use, ensuring food safety and occupational health compliance.

• Check the quality of ingredients, accurately weighing and measuring to meet recipe and production requirements.

• Mix, knead, mould, cut, and shape doughs and pastries using manual methods and bakery machinery.

• Prepare pastry fillings and complete production processes independently.

• Monitor oven temperatures, bake products in batches, and adjust timing for consistent results.

• Apply decorative finishes such as icing, glazes, and cream to baked goods.

Operations & Hygiene

• Operate, clean, and maintain baking machinery including dough rollers, moulders, and biscuit cutters.

• Monitor ingredient inventory, rotate stock, and ensure sufficient supply for production demands.

• Maintain a safe and clean bakery by greasing trays, cleaning machinery, and storing tools properly.

• Perform basic equipment maintenance and report any faults promptly.

• Take responsibility for opening the bakery café when rostered.

Planning & Teamwork

• Communicate with managers and colleagues to ensure smooth production and service delivery.

• Contribute to a positive and cooperative team culture.

Candidate Specifications

• Preferred: 3 years of commercial baking experience.

• Minimum: At least 2 years of relevant work experience in a bakery, café, restaurant, hotel, or similar setting, or a relevant Level 4 qualification.

• Ability to work independently and unsupervised.

• Strong knowledge of dough handling, baking methods, and pastry production.

• Good understanding of food hygiene and workplace safety.

• Reliable, honest, and detail-focused.

• Flexibility to work early mornings (from 3am), weekends, and public holidays.

• Must pass a drug test and hold a clean criminal record.

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and operating bakery machinery.

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to join a busy, community-focused bakery café in Wairoa District. We offer:

• A supportive and friendly team environment.

• Opportunities to develop and demonstrate your baking expertise.

• The satisfaction of producing fresh baked goods enjoyed by locals every day.

How to Apply

Send your CV and a cover letter outlining your baking experience and qualifications to our email.

Applicants must have New Zealand residency or a valid NZ work visa.