Experienced Artisan Baker

At Cobb Lane we handcraft moments to savour, to share. Some are sweet, some are sour, some bitter, and some salty. In our world, they all taste good.

Cobb Lane is an artisan bakery located in the popular village of Yarraville, with shopfronts in Richmond Traders, South Melbourne Market and Bennetts Lane in the CBD, operating alongside an established wholesale arm. Our reputation for delicious, hand-crafted baked goods extends throughout Melbourne and beyond. We pride ourselves on our craftsmanship, specialising in slow ferment sourdoughs and viennoiserie, using the best ingredients available.

Cobb Lane has established a reputation as one of Melbourne’s leading artisan bakeries, providing premium baked goods to the city’s most renowned venues. Your role will be an integral part of our future.

About You:

Cobb Lane is seeking an Experienced Baker to join our passionate and motivated team creating beautiful baked goods for the people of Melbourne. This opportunity is suited for a qualified baker who is looking to work with a supportive team to progress their career.

The full time position will be based at our South Melbourne Market stall after your initial training in our Yarraville kitchen.

What we are looking for:

• Have a minimum of 1-2 years experience in baking
• Have experience with artisan sourdough and yeasted bread
• Have knowledge of natural fermentation and yeasted dough techniques
• Excellent hand moulding skills
• Can work in a team environment and communicate effectively
• Attention to detail and quality control
• Positive attitude

What we offer:

• Shifts starting between 4am - 8am, 8 hour shifts
• Ideal Yarraville kitchen located in the inner-West, just 10 minutes from Melbourne CBD
• Passionate, supportive & professional team
• Learn from an experienced baking team and a pastry chef with extensive Michelin star and hatted restaurant experience
• Tap into your creative side and contribute to our product development
• Growing business with career development opportunities
• Company Paid Parental Leave: Paid parental leave offered in tangent with government paid leave.
• Employees Assistance Program (EAP)

If you're looking for personal satisfaction and continued learning, apply for this opportunity by sending through your CV and cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free food

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Yarraville VIC 3013: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• baking: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person