Pastry Chef – Madeleine de Proust

Location: Carlton, Melbourne
Position: Full-time
Schedule: Morning shifts, including weekends. No night shifts.

Madeleine de Proust is looking for a passionate and reliable Pastry Chef to join our small team in Carlton.

We are a boutique pastry shop specialising in madeleines, gift boxes, madeleine towers, custom events, brand collaborations, and seasonal collections. Our work combines classic pastry technique with thoughtful design, flavour development, chocolate work, and creative presentation.

Madeleine de Proust has been recognised internationally, including by La Liste, where Hyoju Park was named one of the World’s Pastry Talents of the Year 2026. This is a great opportunity to join a growing pastry business with a strong creative direction and international recognition.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed pastry production, consistency, and working in a creative but organised kitchen.

About the role

You will be involved in:

Daily production of madeleines and pastry components

Making fillings, ganache, glazes, chocolate shells, and decorations

Preparing mise en place for retail, events, and custom orders

Maintaining consistency, quality, and presentation standards

Assisting with new flavour development and seasonal collections

Supporting custom projects, including wedding towers and brand activations

Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and food-safe

We are looking for someone who:

Has pastry or bakery experience

Is confident with production and preparation

Has good attention to detail

Can work cleanly, efficiently, and consistently

Is reliable, punctual, and able to work independently

Enjoys working in a small team

Is open to learning and contributing creatively

Has full working rights in Australia

Experience with chocolate, ganache, glazing, piping, or fine pastry production will be highly regarded.

What we offer

Full-time role

Morning shifts only

No night service

Free drinks

Creative pastry environment

Opportunity to work on seasonal products, weddings, and high-end brand events

Supportive small team

To apply, please send your resume and a short introduction to:

inf•@madeleinedeproust.com

Only successful applicants will be contacted.