Shallow Bakery & Cafe is a growing artisan bakery and café based in Hamilton. We are passionate about producing high-quality baked goods, cakes and pastries using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. We are looking for an experienced Cake Maker / Pastry Chef to join our team.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and bake a wide range of cakes, pastries, tarts, croissants and desserts.
- Decorate cakes for retail and custom orders.
- Prepare fillings, creams, mousses, ganache and other pastry components.
- Mix, proof, laminate and bake pastry products to maintain consistent quality.
- Develop new seasonal products and recipes.
- Monitor food quality, presentation and consistency.
- Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards.
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering ingredients.
- Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
Skills and Experience
Applicants should have:
- At least 2 years of relevant commercial bakery or pastry experience, or other relevant fields
- Level 4 qualification in bakery pastry or bachelor degree in any fields
- Strong knowledge of cake production and pastry techniques.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good time management and organisational skills.
- Commitment to food safety and quality.
- Ability to work weekends, public holidays and early morning shifts when required.