Qualified Pastry Cook / Sourdough Baker

Join Our Purpose-Driven Organic Bakery in Torquay

We’re looking for a passionate Pastry Cook / Sourdough Baker to join our small, skilled team on the Surf Coast. Our bakery is built on purpose: we craft 100% Certified Organic sourdough bread and pastries using ethical ingredients sourced from farmers who care for the planet as much as we do.

This is more than a baking job—it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We’re seeking an Australian citizen or permanent resident who wants to work in a place where quality, sustainability, and team spirit matter.

About You:

You’re a qualified Pastry Cook / Sourdough Baker who:

• Is passionate about genuine, certified organic sourdough bread and pastries
• Values working with the highest quality ingredients from ethical sources
• Believes that every baked item can make a difference—for people and the planet
• Has experience in patisseries and holds a Certificate III in Patisserie or equivalent
• OR
• Has experience in baking, ideally sourdough, and holds a Certificate III in Retail Baking (Bread) or equivalent
• Has a minimum of 3-5 years of baking experience
• Enjoys leading and mentoring others in a collaborative team
• Is eager to learn from our experienced team and bake with our 43-year-old leaven
• Prefers daytime hours in a well-managed, friendly, family-owned bakery

What You’ll Do:

• Mix, mold, and manage doughs with care and precision
• Operate mixers and manage fermentation environments
• Bake in our state-of-the-art German deck oven
• Maintain high standards of quality and consistency
• Support apprentices and contribute to a positive team culture
• Complete OHS and cleaning checklists
• Report to the Head Baker

We welcome proposals for FULL TIME or PART TIME applicants.