Shelly Bay Baker is a family run artisan bakery in Wellington, that believes in the power of real bread. We use natural and organic ingredients in all of our breads and natural levains to bake unique and flavorful sourdough breads, sandwich loafs, bagels, baguettes and more.

The trainee baker will be given full training on each section of the bakery. The role is full time 40 hours a week and the hours of work will be required throughout the night. The pay rate/salary will be competitive for working nights. The trainee baker role is a 4 day week schedule.

The successful candidate is responsible for the nightly preparation of all baked goods including naturally leavened breads. They will prepares all breads in accordance with our recipes and standards. In addition, the baker will clean bakery equipment, receives deliveries and stocks shelves, deliver to cafes, and completes nightly inventory.

The ideal trainee Baker has a minimum of one year training and/or experience and is responsible:

• Boil and bake bagels, bake focaccia.
• Pack and delivery bread throughout Wellington. (Full drivers licence)
• Practice, monitor, and reinforce food safety procedures according to policy and health/sanitation regulations, follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant
• Manage and maintain a safe working condition
• Restock all items as needed throughout shift
• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Lead Baker.
• Maintain fast, accurate service, positive guest relations, and ensure products are consistent with quality standards

What skills and experience you will need to apply for this role:

• Minimum one year of baking experience or commercial kitchen or education in food.
• Reliable person
• Full driver licence
• Good initiative, be able to think for yourself
• Passion for good bread/Eager to learn
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Be able to handle high volume and maintain grace under pressure
• Knowledge of food allergies & how to prevent cross-contamination
• Ability to maintain an organized work space
• Great attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards
• Able to work well with our team members

References are essential, as is a detailed cover letter telling us about yourself and why you think you would be the ideal candidate for this position.

Competitive salary/wages and are on offer depending on your experience.If you are interested in an amazing opportunity to be a part of a growing and successful business and feel you would be an asset to our team, please apply with your cover letter, resume. If you do not send in your cover letter and resume you will not be considered.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.