The Yass Soldiers Club is a growing, community-focused hospitality venue located in the heart of Yass, NSW. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality food and service to our members and guests, and we are now seeking a Pastry Chef (or experienced cook with strong pastry and dessert skills) to join our expanding kitchen team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is creative, reliable, and passionate about delivering exceptional desserts, pastries, and savouries in a professional and supportive environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare, bake, and present a variety of pastries, cakes, slices, desserts, and savoury baked goods
Collaborate with the Head Chef to create and refine Cafe offerings (sweet & savoury), dessert menus and specials for events and functions
Ensure consistency in taste, texture, and presentation across all pastry, savoury and dessert offerings
Manage pastry section operations, including stock rotation, portion control, and food cost management
Adhere to all food safety standards and maintain a clean, organised workstation
Assist with broader kitchen operations as required during peak service periods
We are looking for someone with:
Previous experience in pastry, bakery, or dessert preparation (experience in clubs, pubs, cafés, or restaurants in Australia highly regarded)
Strong technical skills in baking and pastry, with a keen eye for detail and presentation
Creativity to design and implement new desserts, cakes, and specials
Ability to work independently with good time management, as well as collaboratively within a team
Commitment to high standards of hygiene, food safety, and workplace professionalism
Flexibility to work a roster that may include weekdays, weekends, and evenings
Australian work rights are required for this position
Competitive pay and conditions, based on experience
A supportive and professional team environment
The opportunity to showcase your skills and contribute to menu development
Consistent hours and work-life balance in a regional location
Career development and growth opportunities within a progressive hospitality venue
Great working Hours, Mostly morning and lunch Hours
If you are passionate about pastry and desserts and want to be part of a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you.
📧 Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to:
bistro@yasssoldiersclub.com.au
📍 Location: Yass Soldiers Club, Yass NSW