Pastry Cook at The Park Hotel, Werribee

About Us

The Park Hotel is a premier gastropub in the heart of Werribee, Victoria, known for high-quality food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We pride ourselves on delivering standout dining experiences — from hearty meals to beautifully crafted desserts.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled Pastry Cook to lead the production of desserts, pastries, and baked goods. The ideal candidate will combine creativity with technical precision to maintain high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.

Applicants must have the ability to work well under pressure and time constraints, with knowledge of different varieties of foods and ingredients, communication skills, and the ability to accept customer feedback to improve future experiences.

Tasks Include
- Set up workstations with required ingredients and cooking equipment;
- Checking the cleanliness of equipment and operation of premises before production runs to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations;
- Checking the quality of raw materials and weighing ingredients;
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions;
- Regulating temperatures of ovens and other cooking equipment;
- Seasoning, preparing and cooking food;
- Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities;
- Emptying, cleaning and greasing baking trays, tins and other cooking equipment;
- Maintaining food safety and hygiene at all times;
· Prepare, measure, weigh, mix, shape, proof, bake, and decorate pastry goods
· Monitor oven temperatures and product quality
· Clean, maintain, and grease baking equipment
· Collaborate with the kitchen team to streamline operations
· Ensure compliance with food safety and workplace health & safety standards

Qualifications and Skills
- AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
- Relevant qualifications required however, 3 years of relevant experience may substitute for the qualifications.
- Have at least 3 years of experience as a cook;
- Planning menu and creating new dishes;
- Ensure quality products are prepared and presented;
- Manage kitchen including training staff when needed;
- Have experience in upholding the proper health and safety requirements in the kitchen;

Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Salary: $73,000-$78,000