Bakers and Pastrycooks (ANZSCO 3511) are professionals who specialize in preparing and baking a variety of baked goods such as bread loaves and rolls, buns, cakes, biscuits, and pastry goods. They play a crucial role in the food industry, providing delicious and freshly baked products to consumers.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in the Bakers and Pastrycooks unit group require a certain level of skill, which can be acquired through qualifications and experience. In Australia, individuals typically need to have an AQF Certificate III with at least two years of on-the-job training, or an AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3). In New Zealand, a NZQF Level 4 qualification is required (ANZSCO Skill Level 3). However, three years of relevant experience can sometimes substitute for the formal qualifications mentioned above. In some cases, additional on-the-job training and experience may be necessary alongside the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• 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.
• Kneading, maturing, cutting, moulding, mixing, and shaping dough and pastry goods.
• Preparing pastry fillings.
• Monitoring oven temperatures and product appearance to determine baking times.
• Coordinating the forming, loading, baking, unloading, de-panning, and cooling of batches of bread, rolls, and pastry products.
• Glazing buns and pastries, and decorating cakes with cream and icing.
• Operating machines which roll and mould dough and cut biscuits.
• Emptying, cleaning, and greasing baking trays, tins, and other cooking equipment.

Occupations:

• 351111 Baker
• 351112 Pastrycook

351111 Baker

A Baker (351111) specializes in preparing and baking bread loaves and rolls. They possess a Skill Level of 3, indicating the level of expertise required for this occupation. Some Bakers may choose to specialize as a Dough Maker.

351112 Pastrycook

A Pastrycook (351112) focuses on preparing and baking buns, cakes, biscuits, and pastry goods. They also have a Skill Level of 3. Some Pastrycooks may specialize as a Cake Decorator, showcasing their artistic skills in cake decoration.

Bakers and Pastrycooks are essential members of the culinary industry, providing people with a wide range of delectable baked goods. With their expertise and attention to detail, they create products that satisfy the taste buds and bring joy to many.