How do I become a bakery production operator
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In Australia, a full time Bakery Production Operator generally earns $1,280 per week ($66,560 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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There has been strong growth in employment numbers in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 17,300 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Bakery Production Operator. Bakery Production Operators may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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A Certificate III in High Volume Baking is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Bakery Production Operator. This course covers a range of topics including standard practices in food processing, operating and monitoring pastry baking processes, making bread dough, freezing and thawing dough, manufacturing water products and crisp breads and producing fillings and confectionery.
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Bakery Production Operator careers
A Bakery Production Operator works as part of a high volume bakery production team. You might be involved in preparing a range of bakery items including bread, pastries, cakes and biscuits. Bakery Production Operators create products in large numbers so you may be part of the production process for a single item or you might work on a particular piece of equipment.
Bakery Production Operators should have good technical skills and be able to work quickly and efficiently. You’ll need to be organised and able to keep up with production schedules. Bakery Production Operators must be safety focused and have a good understanding of food processing standards. You should be able to work as part of a team and communicate well with colleagues.
