Pastry Cook

Bearded Dragon Boutique Hotel – Tamborine, Gold Coast QLD

Chefs/Cooks (Hospitality & Tourism)

Location:

Bearded Dragon Hotel, Tamborine QLD 4270
Only 45 minutes from Brisbane or the Gold Coast in the heart of the Scenic Rim

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: AUD $76,515 – $78,000

Pastry Chef – Join Our Scenic Country Venue

Set on beautiful acreage at the base of Tamborine Mountain, Bearded Dragon Hotel is a proudly independent, iconic country hotel and function venue offering weddings, events, casual dining, takeaway, room service and boutique accommodation. We’re looking for a skilled and passionate Pastry Cook to join our kitchen brigade and take the lead on our pastry section.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to showcase your creativity and technical skill across a variety of service styles — from classic desserts to custom wedding cakes and café-style treats.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks:

· Prepare and present a wide variety of pastries, desserts, cakes, slices, and sweet & savoury menu specials

· Design new dessert items and contribute ideas for events and high teas

· Maintain high quality presentation and plating for all service types

· Prepare doughs, batters, fillings, glazes, and sauces in-house

· Portion and decorate items according to service or client preferences

· Perform daily cleaning, rotation, stocktaking, and equipment checks

· Manage your own pastry prep area efficiently and hygienically

· Work with Head Chef on custom orders and menu changes

· Adhere to HACCP, food safety, and allergy management practices

· Support and train junior kitchen staff as needed

Required Qualifications & Experience

Certificate III in Patisserie or Commercial Cookery (or 3+ years equivalent experience)

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar pastry or dessert-focused kitchen role with high volume & fast pace

Understanding of dessert trends, seasonal baking, and customer expectations

Ability to multi-task across à la carte, event, and takeaway prep

Ideal Candidate Will Have

Passion for scratch baking, with a flair for classic and modern techniques

Commitment to producing consistently high-quality baked goods

Eye for presentation, attention to detail and portion control

Excellent hygiene, time management, and prep organization

Strong time management and organizational skills to meet production deadlines

Team-first attitude and great communication skills

Ability to work under pressure during peak weekends and events

Why Join the Bearded Dragon Team?

· Work in a unique venue with events, music, markets, and weddings

· Join a friendly, professional team passionate about local food

· Consistent roster and supportive management

· Staff discounts and incentives

· Opportunities to expand into event catering or menu innovation

· Close to Yarrabilba, Canungra, Logan, Beaudesert & surrounds

· Accommodation assistance may be available

Apply Now

Please send your resume and a few photos of your creations to:

[email protected]

We’re excited to find a creative, reliable and hardworking pastry professional to join our vibrant kitchen team.