Banksia Bakehouse | Sydney
Banksia Bakehouse is seeking dedicated and highly skilled Pastry Sous Chef to join our team.
We are a quality-focused, high-volume bakery built on precision, consistency, and respect for craft. We are looking for a professional who takes genuine pride in their work and thrives in a structured, performance-driven environment.
The Role
This is a full-time position within an established production system. You will play a key role in delivering consistent, premium-quality cakes while maintaining strict adherence to process, timing, and presentation standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and bake a range of cakes, including celebration cakes, layered cakes, and seasonal specials
- Execute recipes with precision to ensure consistency across all products
- Manage daily mise en place for sponges, fillings, creams, and garnishes
- Ice, glaze, and finish cakes to a premium standard using buttercream, ganache, glazes, and other techniques
- Maintain clean, refined presentation in line with Banksia Bakehouse’s brand
- Assist in ordering and maintaining stock levels for cake production
- Follow stock rotation procedures and minimise waste
- Plan production efficiently to meet daily demand
- Ensure all cakes meet established standards for flavour, texture, and appearance
- Monitor product quality throughout production and prior to display/service
- Maintain consistency in portioning, sizing, and finish
About You
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial bakery with, minimum 1 year experience as Senior CDP or Sous Chef
- Strong technical understanding
- High attention to detail and strong work ethic
- Efficient, organised, and calm under production pressure
- Professional attitude with a commitment to consistency
What We Offer
- 4 day work week (4 x 10 hours)
- Clear systems and structured production environment
- Opportunity for growth within an expanding business
- Work with a team that values standards, discipline, and craftsmanship
If you take pride in producing high-quality cakes at scale and want to be part of a focused, quality-driven pastry team, we welcome your application
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
