Sweet Time (NZBN 9429042491811) is an accredited New Zealand employer operating a bakery/bakery-café located at Michelle Road Wigram Christchurch.Our business is focused on producing high-quality, freshly baked goods for our local community, We take pride in using quality ingredients, consistent recipes and careful craftsmanship to meet the expectations of our customers every day. We are currently seeking skilled baker to join our growing team.
Other details about the position
● Location: Christchurch
● Job type: Full-time Permanent
● Number of positions for this job: up to 1
● Pay rate: from $28-$35 per hour
● Days required: 5-6 days/week
● Hours per week: min 30, max 50 hours per week
Responsibilities and Account abilities:
● Prepare, mix, prove and bake a wide range of breads, pastries, cakes and other bakery products to specification, including pasteurised pastries and custom birthday cakes.
● Control proving, baking times and oven temperatures to achieve consistent quality across all production batches.
● Decorate, finish and present products to a high standard, including custom-decorated birthday cakes.
● Operate and maintain bakery equipment (mixers, ovens, dough sheeters, proofers), including routine cleaning and safety checks.
● Assist with daily production planning and scheduling to meet production targets , adjusting product output according to sales trends and seasonal demand.
● Supervise the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring production runs smoothly and efficiently.
● Monitor stock levels of raw materials and packaging, maintain safe stock levels, and assist with receiving and checking deliveries.
● Conduct regular quality control checks across store kitchens; identify issues and provide on-site corrections and guidance to ensure consistent product quality.
● Follow strict food safety, hygiene and allergen-management procedures under New Zealand requirements (Food Control Plan / HACCP), and maintain accurate production and temperature records
Job Requirement
● At least two-years relevant prior experience or substitute with a formal qualification
● A 'can-do”attitude
● Have an eye on details
● Self-motivated
● Clean non-criminal record
● Solid knowledge of baking techniques, recipes and quality standards.
If you are interested in the role, please send your CV or details to us: sweettimenz@gmail.com! Please note your visa status in the cover letter if you are not an NZ citizen or resident.