Apprentice Baker

About the role

Banjo's Bakery Cafe is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Apprentice Baker to join our baking team in Rosny Park, Tasmania. This is a part-time position that offers an excellent opportunity to launch your career in the baking and pastry industry. As an Apprentice Baker, you will work alongside experienced bakers, learning traditional and modern baking techniques while contributing to the production of high-quality breads, pastries, and baked goods. This role is integral to our operation, as you will help maintain the quality and consistency of products that our customers love and expect from Banjo's Bakery Cafe.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation and baking of various bread types, pastries, and cakes according to established recipes and quality standards
• Learning and practicing essential baking techniques, including dough preparation, shaping, proofing, and oven management
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the bakery workspace, including proper sanitisation of equipment and work surfaces
• Preparing ingredients and components for baking, including weighing, measuring, and mixing
• Assisting with inventory management and monitoring stock levels of baking supplies and materials
• Supporting the baking team during peak production periods to meet daily orders and customer demand
• Learning about food safety protocols and implementing best practices in the bakery environment
• Developing customer service skills through interaction with team members and, where applicable, customers

What we're looking for

• A genuine passion for baking and the desire to develop expertise in the craft
• Willingness to learn and commitment to completing a formal baking apprenticeship programme
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow recipes and instructions precisely
• Physical capability to perform baking duties, including standing for extended periods and handling heavy bags of flour and other ingredients
• Excellent time management and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• A positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic
• Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from experienced bakers
• Basic mathematics skills for measuring and scaling recipes
• Preferably, some prior experience in a kitchen, hospitality, or food production environment (though not essential)
• Flexibility to work early morning shifts, as is typical in bakery operations

What we offer

Working at Banjo's Bakery Cafe, you will benefit from hands-on training with skilled bakers who are committed to your professional development. We offer a supportive working environment where you will gain valuable experience and industry-recognised qualifications through your apprenticeship. We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth within our business. You will work with quality ingredients and take pride in producing baked goods that delight our customers. We are committed to creating a positive workplace culture where team members feel valued and supported in their career progression within the baking industry.

About us

Banjo's Bakery Cafe is a family-owned, respected local bakery serving the Rosny Park community with freshly baked bread, pastries, cakes, and coffee. We are dedicated to providing our customers with authentic, high-quality baked goods made using time-honoured techniques and quality ingredients. Our team is passionate about baking and committed to excellence in everything we do. We take pride in being a neighbourhood destination where customers can enjoy delicious, freshly baked products in a welcoming atmosphere. At Banjo's Bakery Cafe, we believe in supporting our staff and investing in their development, making us an ideal place to begin your career in the baking industry.

Apply now

If you are ready to start your apprenticeship journey in baking and would like to be part of the Banjo's Bakery Cafe team, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in baking and why you would like to join us. We look forward to hearing from you!