Are you an experienced Pastry Chef or Pastrycook with a passion for croissants, lamination and high quality Viennoiserie? Do you want to join a friendly, family focused bakery where teamwork, craft and good people come first?
La Madre is an award winning artisan bakery in Geelong, producing sourdough, pastries and sweet breads for wholesale customers across Victoria. We’re expanding our pastry team and are looking for someone who wants stability, growth and a workplace where you’re treated with genuine respect.
What We OfferDaytime hours only – no night shift
Full-time, secure employment with a bakery established in 2003
Supportive, down to earth team culture
Work with premium ingredients and modern pastry equipment
Fully laundered uniforms
Staff bread and pastry discounts
Career development, product innovation involvement and skill progression
A workplace that values communication, honesty and looking after our people
Life in GeelongBeautiful beaches – the Bellarine and Surf Coast are only 20 minutes away
A thriving cafe and food scene
More affordable rent and living compared to Melbourne
Short commutes and a relaxed lifestyle
Easy access to Melbourne via V/Line
About the RoleLaminate and roll croissant dough by hand to a consistent, high standard
Mix, bake and finish a variety of pastries including croissants, doughnuts, brioche and small cakes
Operate pastry equipment including laminators, mixers, rack ovens and blast freezers
Maintain quality, consistency and food safety standards
Assist with new product development and seasonal innovation
This is a hands‑on role for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship and enjoys being part of a genuine team.
What We’re Looking ForMinimum 3 years’ Viennoiserie experience
Skilled in lamination, rolling and proofing
Strong attention to detail
Reliable, motivated and a good communicator
Physically fit for a commercial bakery environment
Apply NowIf you’d like to join a bakery that feels like family and values quality in everything we do, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and cover letter referencing "Pastry Chef – La Madre".
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