Current Job Vacancies:
We are always accepting applications, so even if you don’t see a position advertised in the area you are looking for, we encourage you to submit an application, indicating on the application form what areas of the Farmers Market you are interested in.
Our partnership with Hancock Prospecting will allow for rapid growth in the coming years. With our new store in Vasse set to open in December 2024, followed by a planned Perth store in 2027, there is no better time to join and grow your career with Bunbury Farmers Market.
Applications may be submitted along with your resume either via email to recruitment@bunburyfarmers.market or by dropping them into Guest Services – good luck!
Head Baker – VASSE
The Role
- Hands on leadership – working with your team to manage the daily operations of our new Artisan bakery.
- Managing and motivating a team of bakers which will include product development, quality control and staff training.
- Have a passion for fresh, great food that is made with love.
- You are able to work at a fast pace while maintaining our high standards
- Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are followed
- Experience with commercial cooking/baking equipment
- Effective housekeeping and food safety controls.
A key element of this position is maintaining our company’s high standards
- Prior experience within a similar role of managing a bakery for a minimum of three years
- Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, OH&S and HACCP Food Safety systems
- A focus on freshness and the highest quality of food production
Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of four years baking experience
- Must be able to work well in a team-based environment
- Detail oriented – especially in ensuring the quality, freshness and visual appeal of our products
- Must have excellent organisation and communication skills
- Must be punctual, and self-motivated
- Assist other departments as required
- Contribute to business improvement process through your strong leadership and management skills.
How to Apply: Please submit your updated resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you are the right fit for this position.
Senior Chefs – VASSE
The Roles
We are now recruiting for 5 Senior Chef positions to lead their new teams into opening and running our Vasse Store food offering. “Vasse Village by Bunbury Farmers Market” will be a fresh food destination for WA’s Southwest region. You’ll be serving our visiting guests in our purpose-built restaurant or from our busy Café, Grill and Carvery buffet. We are also seeking a skilled chef to run our dedicated Gluten Free Kitchen in store, which will offer a fresh range of Gluten Free options. Our Vasse Store’s ‘Market Made’ range of fresh food will continue to use the highest quality fresh ingredients that our philosophy is based on… To join a business that truly values it’s people, apply now!
What we are looking for:
- Experience in the production of large quantity, high quality meals
- Chefs with a passion for commercial cookery
- Leadership and goal-oriented professionals
- Capacity to provide clear training and supervision to a team of kitchen hands
- Fastidious attention to detail to manage and monitor stock rotation and control to our high standards
- Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP Food Safety systems
Why Join Us:
We offer competitive salary and benefits packages that reflect how we value our people.
Our cornerstone is “Extreme Value and Extreme Freshness” in everything we do. It’s in our DNA to know why we do what we do, and we attract people who share this vision.
We benchmark against ourselves: we are passionate about offering high quality, nutritional food across all our departments – we know where our strengths lie.
How to Apply: Please submit your updated resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you are the right fit for this position.
Baker
The Role
Bunbury Farmers Market is recruiting for an experienced and hard-working baker to join our team. The position is full time on a 5 day roster including 1 day of the weekend, with 2 consecutive days off. We have positions available in Bunbury, and our Vasse store opening in December 2024.
- Production of a range of high quality baked products.
- Have a passion for fresh, great food that is made with love.
- You are able to work at a fast pace while maintaining our high standards
- Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are followed
- Knowledge of commercial cooking equipment
- Make sure that all food safety and product specifications are met
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
A key element of this position is maintaining our company’s high standards
- Experience within a similar role within the food industry
- Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, OH&S and HACCP Food Safety systems
- A focus on freshness and the highest quality of food production
Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of four years baking experience
- Must be able to work well in a team-based environment
- Detail oriented – especially in ensuring the quality, freshness and visual appeal of our products
- Must have excellent organisation and communication skills
- Must be punctual, and self-motivated
- Assist other departments as required
- Contribute to business improvement process
How to Apply: Please submit your updated resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you are the right fit for this position.
Category Buyer / Purchasing Officer – Grocery
The Role
The purpose of the role is to purchase and maintain grocery stock levels. This role is part of the overall management team, and reports directly to the CEO. The role is based in Bunbury.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse product histories in order to effectively order and anticipate inventory purchasing requirements for retail grocery.
- Manage retail grocery/bulk foods team.
- Purchasing from local and international sources.
- Analysis and forecasting data.
- Monitoring supplier performance.
- Leading from the front, and actively retailing in your department.
Key Competencies, Skills and Qualifications
- Strong experience within the Food Industry and knowledge of food.
- Experience purchasing extensive range of products
- Understanding of warehouse functions
- Full understanding of HACCP and OH&S regulations
- Organisational and time management skills
- Attention to detail
- Analytical and interpretation skills
- Solid computer skills
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
What Bunbury Farmers Market is offering the Successful Candidate We are offering competitive remuneration, and the opportunity to join a team committed to being the best Fresh Food store in Australia.
How to Apply: Please submit your updated resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you are the right fit for this position.