About us

Banksia is an Australian inspired restaurant and bakehouse featured in the New York Times and on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and other local media. We have a large, loyal customer base who love our unique and delicious bakery items and our upscale breakfast and lunch menu. We are about to relocate our Downtown restaurant to a larger, more prominent space at the corner of 12th & Main, where we will create an Australia-inspired Bistro serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. This will require us to expand out team and bring on a Pastry Chef to assist with our growing needs.

DESCRIPTION:

The Pastry Chef at Banksia is an integral part of the kitchen team being responsible for the production of our delicious patisserie selection, including our Aussie sweet treats. Banksia Bistro will introduce a dinner menu and the successful candidate will be heavily involved in creating dessert offerings, working closely with Ownership and Head Chef.

It is important our staff are cross-trained and this position will assist with cooking on the line and prep work as required also. This role will also assist with our laminated pastries (Croissants, Danishes, Scrolls etc.) and Bread (free form and pan loaves) during busy periods or when our current Baker takes leave.

You will report directly to the ownership, but work autonomously. This position will have the weekends off; however, flexibility to cover shifts when required is a must. The schedule for this role will be:

Mon & Tue: 3am - 11m

Wed - Fri: 2pm - 10pm

It is important the successful candidate is a self-starters with a strong, mature work ethic. It is a full-time role; 40hrs per week with the potential to expand the role further dependent on experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all food preparation meets health, safety and quality standards
• Prepare and present delicious food consistent with recipes
• Ensure a clean and tidy kitchen environment with appropriate food storage and inventory management
• Control costs by ensuring portion control, waste minimization
• You must have a collaborative attitude and proactive communication
• Equipment cleaning and maintenance
• Follow company procedures
• Comply with fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation
• Be environmentally aware

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role
• Lamination experience preferred
• A relevant trade commercial pastry/baking qualification is preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Food Handlers Permit, Food Manager Certification
• Proof of eligibility to work in the US
• Ability to read and follow a recipe
• Ability to understand both written and spoken English
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (minimum of 8 hours a day)
• Be able to reach, bend and frequently lift up to 50 pounds

PERKS:

• Free use of on-site Gym
• Free parking
• Free meal during shift
• Free espresso drinks / sodas during shift
• 50% off food & beverages outside working shifts for employees

Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Restaurant type:

• Bakery
• Café

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work any day of the week?
• What is your current hourly wage or annual salary?
• When are you able to start?

Experience:

• Baking: 2 years (Required)
• Laminated Pastry: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person