Coburg North | Immediate Start Available
As we prepare for the highly anticipated launch of Superlupo in September, we're building our bakery production team and seeking an experienced Head Baker to lead the journey.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of the business during its foundational growth phase, helping establish the systems, standards, and culture that will define Superlupo from day one.
With an immediate start available, you'll play a key role in setting up production, refining processes, and become a part of a high-performing team ahead of launch.
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on and commercially minded Head Baker to lead our bakery operations across both premium retail and large-scale wholesale production.
This is a key leadership role for a skilled baker with strong management experience. You will lead and develop the SUPERLUPO production team, manage daily production across retail and wholesale operations, oversee product quality and consistency, and support the growth of the business.
Our sister company, Wonder Pies, operates a large-scale food production facility with a team of approximately 50 employees and manages a significant volume of wholesale customer orders. The Head Baker will work closely with the Wonder Pies production and management teams.
About the Role
Working within our production team, you'll help drive daily production while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and craftsmanship.
This hands-on role is specifically suited to bakers who enjoy working with traditional bread-making techniques and possess experience producing naturally leavened, high-hydration artisan sourdough.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Quality
· Lead, manage, train and develop the bakery production team
· Oversee daily retail bakery production for SUPERLUPO
· Manage high-volume wholesale bakery production and customer orders
· Plan and manage daily and weekly production schedules and volumes
· Ensure retail and wholesale products are produced accurately, efficiently and on time
· Maintain high standards of product quality, consistency and presentation
· Work closely with the Second in Charge and Wholesale Baker to coordinate production
· Develop new bakery products and improve the current SUPERLUPO menu
· Create practical recipes that can be consistently produced and scaled
· Review production processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency
· Develop smoother workflows and reduce production bottlenecks and waste
· Support production planning, forecasting, stock management and operational reporting
· Maintain strong food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards
Food Safety & Compliance
· Uphold all food safety, hygiene, and compliance requirements
· Ensure accurate product handling, labelling, and storage
· Maintain batch records and production documentation
· Complete HACCP records accurately
· Keep the bakery audit-ready at all times
Operations & Continuous Improvement
· Support efficient production planning and execution
· Follow and contribute to SOPs, production systems, and workflow processes
· Identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and consistency
· Assist with equipment maintenance and reporting requirements
· Help drive a systems-first culture that supports growth and scalability
About You
You will have:
· Experience as a Head Baker, Bakery Manager, Production Manager or Senior Baker
· Proven experience leading and developing bakery production teams
· Strong people management, communication and leadership skills
· Experience managing both retail bakery and high-volume wholesale production
· Experience planning and managing large production volumes and customer orders
· Strong technical knowledge of bread production, sourdough, fermentation and baking
· Experience managing production schedules, production volumes and team productivity
· Experience developing new products and improving existing recipes
· Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills
· A hands-on approach and the ability to lead by example
· A strong focus on quality, consistency, efficiency and continuous improvement
Experience in a large-scale food manufacturing or wholesale bakery environment will be highly regarded.
You'll also bring:
- Proven professional experience producing high-hydration artisan sourdough breads using natural fermentation and leaven systems.
- Demonstrated ability to manage dough development, hydration, fermentation and proofing, adjusting techniques to suit seasonal and environmental conditions while maintaining product consistency.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have full Australian working rights and be legally entitled to work in Australia.
Why Join Superlupo?
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the launch and growth of a new premium bakery while working closely with an established, high-volume food production business.
You will have the opportunity to build and develop a skilled team, shape the SUPERLUPO menu, create new products and improve production systems across both retail and wholesale operations.
If you are an experienced bakery leader who enjoys working hands-on, developing people and managing production at scale, we would love to hear from you.
Working Hours
· 5 shifts per week
· Business operates 5 days per week
· 2 days off per week (negotiable)
· Immediate start available
Apply Now
If you're passionate about artisan bread making, take pride in your craft, and are excited to be part of building something special, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send a cover letter with a brief introduction outlining your experience and what excites you about joining the Superlupo team along with your resume to [email protected]
Be part of our exciting launch this September and help shape the future of Superlupo.
Pay: $90,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food
Application Question(s):
- Understand that this is a full time role where you will be required to work onsite 5 set days with 3am/4am starts.
- Did you submit a Cover letter sharing why you believe you are qualified and well suited for this role?
Experience:
- Management: 1 year (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
