Production Lead & Baker

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a bakery making a novel product - edible cups. We're on the lookout for a dynamic & autonomous bakery expert to join our team. As our production lead & baker, you will have responsibility to run production & fulfil customer orders. Accountability is a must and a passion for sustainability is a bonus.ABOUT THE ROLEResponsibilities:Deliver consistently high-quality edible cups through use of best practice production methods, processes and schedules, making improvements where required.Fulfilling daily production plan including:Ingredients preparationDough preparation & mixingDough quality check and adjustments to minimise wasteDough portioningBaking using a unique baking ovenAdjustments to baking procedure and settings to minimise wasteTrimming of the cupsAir blowing to remove dustBatch storage & labellingFill out logsheet & record keepingClean upFulfilling customer orders:Product quality checkPreparing packaging material & customer ordersFulfilling online orders using Shopify platformFulfilling wholesale ordersManaging dispatch including freight bookingsPrepare chocolate cups according to customer ordersComplete logsheets & record keepingProduction management:Accurate cup stock level managementStocktake and stock monitoring (including ingredients and packaging material)Actively manage any process worker staff including rostering, training and performance management.Collaboration & communication with the management teamEnsure compliance with all food safety standards, internal policies and procedures and OH&S regulations.Production space:Daily open & close tasksRegular cleaning of production equipmentWeekly laundryMaintain production space cleanlinessOrdering consumables as neededRequirements:Bakery experience +3yearsProven track record of running production for a food productTeam leadership experience +1yearExperience with chocolate tempering & dipping is preferredBasic office & computer skillsAbility to take the lead and work independently.Excellent time management & problem solving skills and great attention to details is crucial.Based in Melbourne, Australia.What’s on offer:Full time position with a competitive salaryDays of operation are Monday to Friday with a flexible daily starting timeFull autonomy providing daily production requirements are fulfilledPotential for future growth in the company for the right candidate.To apply for this position, please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you would like to join and contribute to our team! We look forward to reviewing your application.ABOUT THE COMPANYGood-Edi was founded by Catherine Hutchins and Aniyo Rahebi in 2020. With a shared vision to make a positive difference to our planet, Good-Edi – the edible cup was born. Good-Edi ensures that all takeaway coffee cups can now be plastic-free and truly biodegradable. Made from ethically sourced, grain-based vegan ingredients, Good-Edi is a solution that is good for the planet, and good for you! Now stocked in over 200 outlets across 7 states in Australia, the Good-Edi team are very proud of the impact they have had so far, and have big goals for the future.