Baker

The Raspberry Café is a charming countryside spot known for fresh, seasonal food and warm hospitality. Surrounded by raspberry fields and gardens, it’s the perfect place to enjoy hearty brunches, house-baked cakes, and relaxed gatherings with family and friends. Whether on the veranda or in the garden, every visit offers a peaceful and delicious escape.

The Raspberry Cafe  are currently looking for 1 Baker position to join our team in Canterbury Region, New Zealand.

Key tasks and responsibilities :

• Preparing, mixing and baking bread, cakes, pastries and other baked goods according to recipes and specifications
• Prepare icings, glazes according to recipes and decorate baked goods appropriately with a strong emphasis on visual appeal and artistic presentation.
• Monitor oven temperatures, baking times and product appearance to ensure consistent quality and standards.
• Operate baking machinery and equipment, including dough rollers, moulders, mixers and biscuit cutters.
• Manage and maintain inventory levels of baking ingredients and supplies ensuring the freshness and quality of all products.
• Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen at all times.
• Prepare food items to accommodate special dietary requirements ensuring all customer needs are met.
• Store and organise food items efficiently ensuring proper dating and assisting in controlling wastage.
• Clean, empty and grease baking trays, tins and other cooking equipment to ensure readiness for production.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety and health and safety regulations within the kitchen environment.
• Collaborate effectively with kitchen and other staff to ensure timely and efficient service delivery.
• Assist in planning and developing new menu items contributing creative ideas to pastry offerings.
• Perform any additional duties as requested by the Director or Cafe Manager

Candidate Requirements :

Experience or Qualification : -

Hours and Position :

This is a full time permanent position with minimum 30 hours +per week.