Head Baker
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Perth, WA, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
Managing fermentation and managing people are equally important in this Head Baker position in Perth, Western Australia. The full-time role combines practical artisan bread production with responsibility for the team's output. You will oversee dough through to finished loaves while helping fellow bakers develop their craft.
The bakery uses a rotating production structure, so leadership includes contributing across work areas. Planning rosters, keeping ingredients available and developing seasonal products sit alongside the daily focus on consistent handcrafted bread. Employer-sponsored opportunities are available to candidates who successfully complete the employment assessment.
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Key Responsibilities
- Organise the bread team's daily workload to achieve production targets and retain premium product standards.
- Make naturally fermented sourdough and yeast-based artisan bread, controlling mixing, fermentation, shaping, proofing and oven baking.
- Rotate across production areas and coach colleagues to develop their baking skills.
- Uphold rigorous hygiene, food safety and quality assurance throughout production.
- Plan production schedules and staff rosters, monitor ingredient stocks and arrange orders.
- Coordinate with production leaders to make workflow more efficient.
- Suggest seasonal products and new bakery ideas while maintaining consistent handcrafted quality.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Established professional artisan bakery experience, including confident production of wholegrain and specialty breads.
- Detailed knowledge of naturally fermented and yeast-based bread, with an excellent understanding of dough hydration, fermentation and artisan techniques.
- Experience supervising, leading or mentoring bakers, supported by excellent teamwork and communication.
- Strong organisation and production planning, including the ability to arrange staff rosters and coordinate everyday operations.
- Practical experience controlling ingredient stocks and placing orders.
- Creativity, an interest in developing products and commitment to premium handcrafted baking.
- Ability to successfully complete the employer's employment assessment process.
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