Baker / Pastry Chef (Sponsership Visa)

The Immigration Associates Pty Ltd provides professional recruitment and immigration services to Australian businesses. We connect skilled international and local professionals with top-tier employers, offering expert guidance to eligible candidates where an employer is considering visa sponsorship. We are currently recruiting experienced Bakers and Pastry Chefs for full-time positions with our client employers across Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Canberra.

Position Summary

• Roles: Baker / Pastry Chef

• Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Canberra, Australia

• Employment Type: Full-Time

• Remuneration: AUD $78,000 – $80,000 per year plus superannuation (depending on experience)

• Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship may be considered by the employing business for eligible candidates after successful completion of a three-month probation period.

Key Responsibilities

For Bakers

• Weigh ingredients and mix, divide, shape, and proof dough for breads, rolls, and other baked goods.

• Operate commercial mixers, provers, and ovens, adjusting production as needed to maintain consistent quality.

For Pastry Chefs

• Prepare, bake, and finish pastries, cakes, and desserts to established recipes and production standards.

• Make laminated doughs, batters, custards, and fillings, and assemble and decorate finished products.

Core Duties (Both Roles)

• Check finished products for quality, consistency, and presentation.

• Monitor ingredient stock levels and report shortages.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet production deadlines and support junior staff where required.

• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures, and keep equipment and work areas immaculate.

Candidate Qualifications & Requirements

• A relevant trade qualification or completed apprenticeship in baking or pastry.

• At least two (2) years of relevant experience working in a commercial bakery or pastry kitchen.

• Strong practical skills in breadmaking or pastry production, depending on the role.

• Sound knowledge of food handling, hygiene, and workplace safety standards.

• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently within a busy team.

• Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including early mornings where required.

How to Apply

Send your current CV, copies of relevant trade qualifications, and a brief cover letter to The Immigration Associates Pty Ltd. Please specify:

1. Whether you are applying as a Baker or a Pastry Chef.

2. Which locations you are interested in (Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, or Canberra).

3. Your current Australian work rights.