A Little About Us :
At Allpress we're a team of dedicated people who care about each other, our customers and believe in what we do. We're espresso specialists, roasting and serving beautiful coffee in New Zealand, Australia, UK, Japan and Singapore. Our Auckland cafés are "Spiritual Homes" where world‑class coffee meets exceptional food experiences. We're passionate about quality, innovation, and creating memorable moments for our customers.
The Opportunity :
We're seeking a talented and creative Baker to join our Auckland team and play a pivotal role in expanding our food offering across our café locations. This is a unique opportunity to have significant creative input while working in your own dedicated baking space with a supportive, collaborative team.
Working Monday to Friday, you'll produce fresh baked goods daily for our Auckland cafés while also creating our signature biscotto for nationwide distribution to all Allpress cafés.
Key Responsibilities :
Product Creation & Development
- Develop innovative recipes that keep us competitive and current with market trends
- Create seasonal product rotations including specialty items (mince pies, hot cross buns, etc.)
- Design and produce quarterly biscotto seasonal flavour rotations while maintaining core flavours
- Oversee large‑scale biscotto production for nationwide wholesale distribution
Operations & Quality Management
Ensure café cabinets remain fully stocked with diverse, premium products seven days a weekManage ingredient sourcing, stock control, and delivery coordinationEstablish and maintain consistent weekly production schedulesWork with the National Hospitality Manager on product costings to achieve high marginsSupport and train new baking staff across Auckland locationsShare expertise with café teams through knowledge transferCollaborate with national and global hospitality teams on recipe developmentCommunicate production schedules and product availability effectivelyFood Safety & Compliance
Maintain rigorous food safety standards and HACCP principlesConduct temperature monitoring and maintain accurate compliance recordsImplement allergen control procedures and prevent cross‑contaminationOversee cleaning and sanitization schedules for all baking equipmentEnsure all health and safety documentation is current and accurateAbout You :
Proven experience as a Baker with strong technical skillsCreative mindset with ability to develop innovative productsStrong understanding of food costing and margin managementExcellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple prioritiesComprehensive knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP principlesTeam player with strong communication skillsCommitment to quality and consistencyExperience in café or wholesale bakery environmentsProduct development and recipe creation experienceUnderstanding of seasonal product planningWhat We Offer
Monday to Friday schedule - enjoy your weekendsYour own dedicated baking space - creative freedom in a professional environmentCollaborative team culture - work with passionate hospitality professionalsProduct development opportunities - bring your creative ideas to lifeCareer growth - be part of an expanding food offering within a respected brandCompetitive remuneration - reflective of your skills and experienceSupportive management - work closely with National Hospitality ManagerUnlimited free coffee at work - fuel your creativityFree parking - save money and park your car for free250g of coffee beans weekly to take home, plus online staff discountsVibrant company culture with Friday drinks, and team eventsFree and confidential Employee Assistance Program - we care about your wellbeing12‑week company paid parental leave policyOur Values
At Allpress, we value quality, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We're looking for someone who shares these values and is passionate about creating exceptional baked goods that enhance our customers' experience.
Diversity at Allpress
Allpress is committed to being an inclusive organisation where all people feel valued, respected, and engaged.
We pledge a commitment to :
Building an inclusive team and community who represent all groups in societyEmpowering our people to continuously improve the way we work and promote equityRemoving barriers and the influence of biasCreating a safe environment where we're encouraged to speak out against discrimination in any formCultivating a sense of belonging by encouraging our people to fearlessly bring their whole selves to workAllpress Espresso is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you're passionate about food and coffee and want to be a part of a diverse team, then we'd love to hear from you!
Apply by clicking the link below - please include a personalised cover letter explaining why you would like to join our team.
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