Pastry Chef/Laminator - LUMOS BAKERY

Job Description

We're Hiring: Full-Time Pastry Chef/Baker

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Location: Lumos Bakery – McKinnon, Melbourne

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Employment type: Full-time | Early starts | Weekends included

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At Lumos Bakery, we're known for our inventive pastries and Sourdough (hello, Brownie Bombs), quality sourdoughs, and a light-filled space that draws locals from all over Melbourne. We're passionate about precision, creativity, and building a great experience—on the plate and behind the counter.

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We're now looking for a Lead Pastry Chef to join our small, tight-knit team and take a lead role in our pastry kitchen.

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Responsibilities

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• Laminating doughs to a high, consistent standard (croissants, pain au choc, twists, and more)
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• Sourdough, developing and producing sourdough and different types of bread
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• Developing creative weekend specials and seasonal offerings
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• Maintaining product quality and consistency across all pastry lines
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• Working closely with the baker, kitchen team and FOH to coordinate daily production
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• Ordering dry goods and kitchen supplies, managing stock rotation and storage
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• Ensuring kitchen cleanliness, organisation, and food safety standards
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Requirements

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• Minimum 2 years pastry experience in a similar artisan bakery or patisserie setting
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• Confidence with laminated doughs and viennoiserie production
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• A strong creative eye for product development
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• Ability to work independently and lead morning prep when needed
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• A collaborative, team-focused approach—we're a small crew that supports each other
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• High standards for quality, consistency, and cleanliness
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Why Work With Us?

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• Be part of one of Melbourne's most exciting pastry destinations
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• Hands-on involvement in new product creation and innovation
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• Supportive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture
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• Opportunity to grow with us as we expand our offering
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