Full-Time Pastry Chef – Second in Charge
Location: Millers Bread Kitchen, Dromana

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Millers Bread Kitchen is seeking a motivated and experienced Qualified Pastry Chef or Qualified Baker to step into the role of Second in Charge within our busy pastry section. Join our passionate bakery and café team on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula.

Roster: Wednesday to Sunday
Start Times: 4:00 am – 5:00 am

About the Role

As the Second in Charge of our pastry kitchen, you’ll assist the Head Pastry Chef in overseeing daily operations while maintaining the exceptional quality and consistency our customers expect. This is a hands-on role focused on production, supervision, and upholding high standards of presentation, cleanliness, and food safety.
You’ll also lead the team in the Head Pastry Chef’s absence to ensure smooth daily operations.

Production includes:

· Proofing and baking sweet yeasted laminated pastries (croissants, danishes, brioche, etc.)

· Mixing and laminating pastry doughs

· Producing savoury pies and sausage rolls

· Mixing, baking, portioning, and decorating cakes

Key Responsibilities

Assist with menu planning, daily production, and quality control

Supervise and support pastry and kitchen staff

Manage stock control and ingredient ordering with management

Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards

Contribute to staff training and development

Act as Head Pastry Chef when required

About You

· Proven experience as a Pastry Chef, with leadership or second-in-command duties

· Strong knowledge of pastry techniques, laminations, and dessert presentation

· Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment

· Excellent communication and team leadership skills

· A passion for quality, consistency, and creativity in pastry making

What We Offer

Full-time position with competitive pay

Supportive, friendly team environment

Opportunities for professional growth and development

If you’re passionate about pastry and ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

We can don't offer sponsorship for this position.