Head Baker

The Head Baker at DROM will be responsible for the following :

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct creative list of bread that will be sold to wholesale and retail customers. Bread range should be shaped around new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings while using the best seasonal produce and ingredients.
• Facilitate the orientation of the kitchen team about the new menus as they change including reviewing the recipes for all new and updated products, and going over weekly prep lists.
• Facilitate the orientation of the Front of House Staff about the new products as they change, going over each dish to help familiarise FOH staff about the components of each dish including available dietary options
• Work with the Catering team to provide the required support from the bakery Dept in terms of the food included in booked Catering orders.
• Approve and polish dishes before they reach the customer.
• Plan orders of ingredients according to weekly budgets and targets
• Arrange for repairs of equipment and tools used in the main and prep kitchens when the need arises.
• Be the first point of contact and be the person responsible for providing remedies to any problems or defects in the kitchen.
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff.
• Oversee the work in the kitchen.
• Estimate staff's workload and compensations and come up with a weekly schedule that meets the payroll budget set by management.
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers.
• Meet with and report to management on a weekly basis to go over budget and targets, and discuss any issues that need prioritisation and attention.
• Qualifications
• Proven experience as Head Baker
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management.
• Has the flair and knack to create food outside the box, and can make appealing, and complex food which is not intimidating.
• Can capitalise on local and seasonal produce, and source unique ingredients to bring food to the next level.
• Is able to write recipes uniquely his / her own or recreate food and give it a twist.
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimised kitchen processes.
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS).
• Credentials in health and safety training.
• Degree in Culinary science or related certificate.
• Benefits
• Free drinks
• Free food
• Maternity leave
• Parental leave
• Salary packaging

Schedule :

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types :

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute / relocate :

• Bayswater, VIC 3153 : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
• Education
• Bachelor Degree (preferred)
• Experience
• Head Baker / Similar role : 5 years (preferred)

Work Authorisation :

• Australia (required)