Head Pastry Chef

Cavallini Artisan Bakery is a family-owned European patisserie located in Fitzroy North. For the past 19 years, we’ve been proudly creating high-quality cakes, pastries, and baked goods for our loyal customers.

We are currently seeking a trade-qualified Head or Sous Pastry Chef with a passion for cake decorating, viennoiserie production, savouries and strong leadership in a busy kitchen environment.

About the Role:

• Minimum 5 years of industry experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership position
• A portfolio of previous work in a Head or Sous Pastry Chef role
• Experience with large-scale preparation and working to tight deadlines highly regarded
• Kitchen management responsibilities, including rosters, purchasing, and quality control

Key Responsibilities:

• Baking and decorating a wide range of cakes and pastries from scratch
• Leading and working collaboratively with a team of professionals
• Working with the Directors to enhance processes and procedures
• Developing and introducing new products
• Ensuring compliance with HACCP principles and food safety standards
• Managing kitchen staff in a fast-paced, diverse operation

What We’re Looking For:

• A hard-working, reliable individual with a strong work ethic
• Proven experience (references required)
• A passion for high-quality pastry and cake production

The Details:

• Full-time role
• Operation runs 7 days a week
• Regular roster:  Tuesday - Saturday (Sunday & Monday day off)