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VJ

Baker / Pastry Chef

VJ’S Bakery

Location
Somerset, Devonport & North West TAS, Tasmania, Australia
Job type
Full time · On-site
Category
Trades & Services › Bakers & Pastry Chefs
Apply before
18 Nov 2026

We're after a baker who's passionate about pies and creamery, ready to bring their skills to a close-knit team in beautiful coastal Tasmania.

Job Title: Baker – Pies & Creamery Specialist

Location: Somerset, Tasmania
Employment Type: Full-time / Part- time
Visa Sponsorship: Available for the right candidate

About the Role

We're looking for a skilled and passionate Baker with strong expertise in pie-making and creamery products (ice cream, custards, dairy-based desserts) to join our team in Somerset, Tasmania. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in quality ingredients, consistent technique, and creating products customers love.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and bake a variety of pies (sweet and savory) from scratch, including pastry, fillings, and finishing

  • Produce creamery items such as ice cream, custards, and related dairy-based products

  • Maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation

  • Manage stock rotation, ingredient ordering, and kitchen cleanliness

  • Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times

  • Develop or refine recipes and seasonal specials where appropriate

  • Work collaboratively with the kitchen/front-of-house team to meet daily production targets

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience as a baker, pastry chef, or similar role, with specific strength in pies and creamery/dairy products

  • Strong pastry fundamentals (dough, lamination, blind baking, etc.)

  • Understanding of dairy-based dessert preparation and food safety requirements

  • Reliable, organized, and able to work early morning shifts

  • A genuine passion for baking and attention to detail

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., food safety handling) are a plus

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates

  • Supportive team environment in a beautiful Tasmanian coastal town

  • Opportunity to bring creativity to menu development

How to Apply

Please send your resume/CV and a brief cover note outlining your experience with pies and creamery products to ••••@gmail.com

Contact

Screening questions

  1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? (Text answer)
  2. How many years' experience do you have as a Pastry Baker? (Text answer)
  3. Do you have professional baking experience? (Text answer)
  4. Do you have professional experience preparing laminated doughs? (Text answer)
  5. Do you hold a current Food Safety certificate? (Text answer)
  6. Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? (Text answer)