Hector’s Bakery | Full Time | Melbourne
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We’re excited to be recruiting an Assistant Pastry Manager to join the team at Hector’s Bakery.
As our bakery continues to grow, we’re looking for an experienced pastry professional who is passionate about quality, enjoys working closely with a team and is ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.
If you love pastry, thrive in a fast paced environment and take pride in producing consistently great products, we’d love to hear from you.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Assistant Pastry Manager works closely with the Head of Bakery to support the day to day operations of our pastry team.
This is a hands on role. You’ll spend most of your time working alongside the team, supporting production, maintaining standards and helping ensure the bakery operates smoothly each day.
You’ll play an important role in creating a positive team culture, developing people and ensuring every product leaving the bakery is something we’re proud to serve.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting and developing a high performing pastry team
Working alongside the team in daily production
Maintaining quality, consistency and presentation standards
Assisting with production planning and workflow management
Supporting rostering, ordering and stock control
Upholding food safety, cleanliness and compliance standards
Assisting with onboarding and training new team members
Working closely with the Head of Bakery on continuous improvement and new product development
ABOUT HECTOR’S
As we continue to grow, we remain a small business at heart.
Our mission has always been simple:
Perfect simplicity. Make everyday food exceptional. Create genuine growth and opportunity within the industry we love.
ABOUT YOU
Available to work early mornings
Leadership experience as a Senior Pastry Chef, Pastry Supervisor or Assistant Manager required
Level 5 or Level 6 Pastry Chef classification preferred
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Organised, reliable and calm under pressure
Passionate about pastry and continual improvement
Positive, humble and team focused
You care about the details. You lead by example. You take pride in producing great products and supporting those around you.
WHY JOIN US?
No late night service, daytime focused business
Be part of a growing bakery with exciting plans ahead
Work alongside a passionate and supportive team
2 weeks fully paid parental leave for permanent employees
$6 staff sandwiches and free coffee, always
Ongoing training and development opportunities
THE OPPORTUNITY
This role is ideal for someone looking to continue developing their leadership skills while remaining closely connected to the craft.
If you’re passionate about pastry, quality and being part of a great team, we’d love to hear from you.
