Front of House/Baker's Assistant
About this job
Are you a people person who loves the smell of fresh bread and the satisfaction of a well-fed community? A local bread bakery are looking for someone special to join our small but mighty team. This is a dual role: you’ll be the warm, welcoming face at the front of house and lend a hand behind the scenes as an assistant baker.
About the Role: This position offers 9 hours to start, with the opportunity to grow your role (and your hours) if you bring the right mix of passion, skills, and vision. No two days are quite the same in our fast-paced bakery environment!
We’re looking for someone who is: - Great with people – you're the face of the bakery! - Organised, motivated, can manage time well, and full of can-do energy - Calm under pressure and thrives in a fast-paced setting - Creative - Honest, has integrity, so does the right thing even when no one is watching. You will be reliable, and come with bubbly positive energy - A team player: works well alongside others, communicates clearly, listens well, and supports other team members
Why join us? We’re passionate about what we do – from sweet treats to hearty sourdough, we believe food connects people. If you love getting creative in the kitchen and enjoy meaningful work, you’ll fit right in here.
If this sounds like you then contact Chris on 0292743371 or chris.cullen004@msd.govt.nz and let us know about a bit about yourself and why you’d be a good fit!
Pay rate and days/hours of work will be discussed at interview stage.
Job Requirements
You’ll need to bring: - A genuine passion for baking, and ideally experience in a commercial kitchen, with an eagerness to learn and grow in the craft - A keen eye for detail, precise in measuring and accuracy, and tuning in to the baking process - A strong work ethic: reliable, punctual and committed. You'll be willing to jump in where needed, and you will take initiative - Physical fitness: you’ll be on your feet, lifting, and moving all day - Solid Health & Safety awareness
Must hold New Zealand citizenship/New Zealand Permanent Residency All applicants will need an updated CV and contactable references/able to show relevant transferable experience
- Days of work
- Pay rate and days/hours of work will be discussed at interview stage. (9 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- TBD
- Job Category
- Bakers and Pastrycooks
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- Driver Licence
- Not Required
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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