Baker

👨‍🍳 We are Hiring – Experienced Baker Wanted!

Hours: Full-Time, 32–40 hours per week on a roster (Saturdays and public holidays essential)
Location: Ten O'clock Cookie Bakery Café – Masterton

About us

Ten O'clock Cookie Bakery Café is a well-loved, family-owned bakery and café in the heart of Masterton, with a strong reputation for quality baking, creative flavours and a warm, welcoming environment. We are proud of what we produce and even prouder of the team behind it.

The role

We're on the lookout for an experienced baker to join our friendly, hardworking team. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their craft and wants a stable role in a supportive environment. Cake decorating skills would be a real bonus, as we would love someone who can help with our celebration and custom cakes.

You'll work 5 days a week on a roster across our three daily shifts. The shift pattern will be worked out based on where you'll best fit in the team.

What we're looking for:

• Solid baking experience (a recognised qualification is a bonus but not essential)
• Cake decorating and finishing experience preferred but not essential
• Sound knowledge of baking techniques and food safety
• Available to work Saturdays and public holidays (essential)
• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team
• Physically fit – able to lift 20kg bags of flour
• Committed to high product quality and hygiene standards

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)
• Daily lunch and coffee/drink allowance
• Sundays always off
• Ongoing training and development – we love growing our people
• A supportive, passionate team with a strong local reputation
• A real pathway for those keen to develop their career in baking

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and join one of the Wairarapa's favourite bakeries, we'd love to hear from you!