Bakery Assistant

**Vacancy Details**

**Job Title**: Pastrycook's Assistant

**Location**: Lower Hutt Wellington

**Employment Type**: Full-time

**Days required**: Monday to Sunday on shift

**Hours per week**: Minimum of 40 hours a week and maximum of 50 hours a week.

**Number of Vacancies**: 3 positions

**Hourly Rate**:$28.18-$30.00

**Key tasks & responsibilities**:

- Assisting all day-to-day operations of the pastry section of the kitchen.
- Assisting pastry chef and other senior chefs to create unique ideas and desserts that pair with the menu.
- Assisting food costing and portion control.
- Assisting check quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking.
- Assisting monitor stocks for baking ingredients such as flour, sugar etc. and make appropriate orders within budget.
- Maintain a lean and orderly cooking station and adhere to health and safety standards.
- Assisting operate and manage the pastry section of the kitchen liaising with the pastry chef and other senior chefs to ensure a successful working environment.
- Help decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting.
- Keep abreast with the latest food and industry trends. Understand visitors' preferences and make suggestions based on findings if required.
- General kitchen cleaning and hygiene duties.

**To be right for this role and our organization, you need**:

- No prior experience or qualifications required but would be an advantage if you have experience in this industry.
- On-the-job training will be provided if you are the right one.
- Adaptable to change and able to multitask.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Be reliable and responsible.

**Benefits**
- Great working environment with friendly staff.
- Reputable company that truly values what you contribute.
- Good pay $28.18 to $30.00 per hour.

**Please note your visa status in the cover letter or CV if you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Resident.**

**If you feel this job is right for you, please forward your CV with a cover letter by clicking "APPLY" now.**

**Salary**: $28.20 - $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Shift work

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Lower Hutt, Wellington: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application Question(s):

- Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident visa holder
- Do you need a work visa?