Total 4 job vacancies by SONOMA BAKING COMPANY PTY LTD

Quality Assurance Manager
Full time
$115k + Superannuation

Synonymous with excellence and built from humble beginnings alongside undying passion and determination, Sonoma Baking Company is one of the world’s most respected artisan bakeries.
At Sonoma we never take for granted our origins, and always remember the journey. In doing so, we never forget that our people are our business. We are both a product and service business, and we own every part of its delivery by never accepting compromise, by sweating the detail and giving rise to each day; to be trusted for delivering the very best quality as the best artisan bakery in Australia and beyond.

About the Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager that has a strong work ethic, has the ability to work individually but love being part of a team.

You enjoy good team camaraderie and have a can-do attitude. Reporting to the Storeman, you work well as an individual and collaboratively in a high-performing team in a culture that encourages you to push yourself for greater.

Responsibilities:
• Review and update food safety and quality management programs ensuring Sonoma achieves and maintains WSE and HACCP certification
• Review HACCP plans
• Regularly conduct staff training and measurements to maintain consistency across the board for both existing and new employees and ensure all initiatives and programs are documented for future mentoring and training
• Ensure Good Manufacturing Process and foreign object audits are performed throughout production, warehouse and dispatch areas
• Facilitate full Root Cause Analysis on all foreign object findings. Provide trending reports on foreign object findings
• Implement appropriate corrective actions, including full Root Cause Analysis, in conjunction with other departments and verify
• Coordinate regular HACCP review meetings
• Attend management review meetings
• Coordinate prerequisite programs for the food safety programs
• Attend HACCP audits and verification; and provide documents for third party auditing of HACCP and other certification including WSE, including being on site for all audits
• Assess suppliers to determine supply of safe and quality products to minimize non-conformances. Review and update approved supplier program
• Ensure our customer complaint handling policy meets customer satisfaction and corrective action taken to resolve quality issues in conjunction with the operations manager.
• Undertake annual label reviews to ensure labels are in accordance with FSANZ Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code and WSE
• Assist with the development of finished product specifications (meeting current government legislation) and arrange NIP for NPD once at approval level
• Manage pest control activities at Alexandria by liaising with pest controller to take corrective action as required and review pest control reports and audits to ensure corrective action is taken by appropriate parties
• Develop and conduct food safety and quality training and presentations
• Maintain and improve quality, food safety and hygiene within area of responsibility and take corrective action in response to quality, food safety and hygiene non-compliance
• People Management –set clear expectations, measure progress and provide feedback against expectations. Motivate and develop team by providing challenging opportunities and empower team to make decisions themselves.
• Ensure that quality KPIs are priority over production targets

About You:
• Degree Level qualification
• Minimum 2 years proven experience and strong understanding in quality assurance in food manufacturing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to identify areas of improvement and drive process improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of quality assurance best practices and techniques
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

We strive to be the best bakery and place to work where we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers.
In return for your passion for success, you will be rewarded with a competitive package and excellent career opportunities within an organisation that fosters your growth and development.

Pastry Lead Commis
Sydney NSW
Pastry
Full time
$72,558.72 + Superannuation
Synonymous with excellence and built from humble beginnings alongside undying passion and determination, Sonoma Baking Company is one of the world’s most respected artisan bakeries.
At Sonoma we never take for granted our origins, and always remember the journey. In doing so, we never forget that our people are our business. We are both a product and service business, and we own every part of its delivery by never accepting compromise, by sweating the detail and giving rise to each day; to be trusted for delivering the very best quality as the best artisan bakery in Australia and beyond.

About the Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Pastry Lead Commis that has a strong work ethic, has the ability to work individually but love being part of a team.
You enjoy good team camaraderie and have a can-do attitude. Reporting to the Storeman, you work well as an individual and collaboratively in a high-performing team in a culture that encourages you to push yourself for greater.
Responsibilities:
1. Bakery Production:
• Assist in the preparation and production of various baked goods, including bread, pastries, and desserts, according to established recipes and procedures.
• Ensure consistency in product quality, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels of baking ingredients and supplies and communicate any shortages or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
2. Kitchen Organization and Cleanliness:
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Regularly clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work surfaces.
• Properly store and label ingredients and prepared food items to prevent cross-contamination and spoilage.
3. Team Leadership and Training:
• Provide guidance and support to junior kitchen staff, including commis chefs, kitchen assistants, and apprentices.
• Lead by example and demonstrate proper cooking techniques, food handling procedures, and safety protocols.
• Conduct training sessions as needed to ensure all team members understand their roles and responsibilities.
4. Quality Control:
• Conduct regular inspections of baked goods to ensure they meet quality standards in terms of taste, texture, and appearance.
• Address any issues or concerns related to product quality or consistency promptly and effectively.
• Implement corrective actions as necessary to maintain high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
5. Safety and Compliance:
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines, including HACCP standards, to ensure the safety and well-being of customers and staff.
• Follow proper procedures for handling and storing hazardous materials, such as cleaning chemicals, in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Participate in regular safety training sessions and drills to maintain a safe working environment.
6. Communication and Collaboration:
• Communicate effectively with other members of the kitchen team, as well as front-of-house staff, to coordinate food preparation and service.
• Collaborate with purchasing and inventory management personnel to ensure timely ordering and delivery of baking supplies.
• Act as a liaison between the kitchen and management to convey any operational issues or concerns.
Requirements:
• Chef trade qualifications
• A genuine interest and passion for food and desire to work as part of a close-knit team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work under pressure
• Minimum 2 years baking and pastry experience and be able to lead by example and encourage other kitchen staff.
• Ability to train kitchen staff to ensure Company expectations are achieved
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to multi task and work effectively within a fast-paced environment
• Ability to contribute to maintaining a clean, safe work environment
• Proven ability to use initiative and be a self-starter
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Professional communication, presentation and customer relation skills.
• Creativity and flair.
• Strong sense of ownership and pride in your performance.
• Work well under pressure, and in large production environment as well as work as a team and the ability to remain calm.
• Available to work as per rostering requirements including nights, weekends and public holidays

We strive to be the best bakery and place to work where we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers.
In return for your passion for success, you will be rewarded with a competitive package and excellent career opportunities within an organisation that fosters your growth and development.

Pastry Lead Commis
Sydney NSW
Pastry
Full time
$72,558.72 + Superannuation
Synonymous with excellence and built from humble beginnings alongside undying passion and determination, Sonoma Baking Company is one of the world’s most respected artisan bakeries.
At Sonoma we never take for granted our origins, and always remember the journey. In doing so, we never forget that our people are our business. We are both a product and service business, and we own every part of its delivery by never accepting compromise, by sweating the detail and giving rise to each day; to be trusted for delivering the very best quality as the best artisan bakery in Australia and beyond.

About the Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Pastry Lead Commis that has a strong work ethic, has the ability to work individually but love being part of a team.
You enjoy good team camaraderie and have a can-do attitude. Reporting to the Storeman, you work well as an individual and collaboratively in a high-performing team in a culture that encourages you to push yourself for greater.
Responsibilities:
1. Bakery Production:
• Assist in the preparation and production of various baked goods, including bread, pastries, and desserts, according to established recipes and procedures.
• Ensure consistency in product quality, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels of baking ingredients and supplies and communicate any shortages or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
2. Kitchen Organization and Cleanliness:
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Regularly clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work surfaces.
• Properly store and label ingredients and prepared food items to prevent cross-contamination and spoilage.
3. Team Leadership and Training:
• Provide guidance and support to junior kitchen staff, including commis chefs, kitchen assistants, and apprentices.
• Lead by example and demonstrate proper cooking techniques, food handling procedures, and safety protocols.
• Conduct training sessions as needed to ensure all team members understand their roles and responsibilities.
4. Quality Control:
• Conduct regular inspections of baked goods to ensure they meet quality standards in terms of taste, texture, and appearance.
• Address any issues or concerns related to product quality or consistency promptly and effectively.
• Implement corrective actions as necessary to maintain high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
5. Safety and Compliance:
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and guidelines, including HACCP standards, to ensure the safety and well-being of customers and staff.
• Follow proper procedures for handling and storing hazardous materials, such as cleaning chemicals, in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Participate in regular safety training sessions and drills to maintain a safe working environment.
6. Communication and Collaboration:
• Communicate effectively with other members of the kitchen team, as well as front-of-house staff, to coordinate food preparation and service.
• Collaborate with purchasing and inventory management personnel to ensure timely ordering and delivery of baking supplies.
• Act as a liaison between the kitchen and management to convey any operational issues or concerns.
Requirements:
• Chef trade qualifications
• A genuine interest and passion for food and desire to work as part of a close-knit team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work under pressure
• Minimum 2 years baking and pastry experience and be able to lead by example and encourage other kitchen staff.
• Ability to train kitchen staff to ensure Company expectations are achieved
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to multi task and work effectively within a fast-paced environment
• Ability to contribute to maintaining a clean, safe work environment
• Proven ability to use initiative and be a self-starter
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Professional communication, presentation and customer relation skills.
• Creativity and flair.
• Strong sense of ownership and pride in your performance.
• Work well under pressure, and in large production environment as well as work as a team and the ability to remain calm.
• Available to work as per rostering requirements including nights, weekends and public holidays

We strive to be the best bakery and place to work where we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers.
In return for your passion for success, you will be rewarded with a competitive package and excellent career opportunities within an organisation that fosters your growth and development.

Procurement Analyst
Sydney NSW
Procurement
Full time
$74,500 + Superannuation
Synonymous with excellence and built from humble beginnings alongside undying passion and determination, Sonoma Baking Company is one of the world’s most respected artisan bakeries.
At Sonoma we never take for granted our origins, and always remember the journey. In doing so, we never forget that our people are our business. We are both a product and service business, and we own every part of its delivery by never accepting compromise, by sweating the detail and giving rise to each day; to be trusted for delivering the very best quality as the best artisan bakery in Australia and beyond.

About the Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Analyst that has a strong work ethic, has the ability to work individually but love being part of a team.
You enjoy good team camaraderie and have a can-do attitude. Reporting to the Storeman, you work well as an individual and collaboratively in a high-performing team in a culture that encourages you to push yourself for greater.

Responsibilities:
• Quarterly market analysis to identify trends and potential suppliers.
• Liaising with suppliers to streamline communication and identify improvement opportunities.
• Providing purchasing recommendations based on research and seasonal availability.
• Developing systems for sourcing urgent or out-of-stock products and processing special orders.
• Establishing processes for QA documentation, claims, invoice reconciliation, and assisting with supplier invoice reconciliation.
• Conducting stock analysis for ordering raw materials and finished goods.
• Providing weekly dispatch summaries and ensuring documentation review processes are in place.
• Analyzing and recommending new inventory procedures for operational efficiency.
• Improving audit and recall processes, managing frozen products, and defining guidelines for SAP item creation.
• Conducting monthly stocktakes and investigating any variances.
• Developing processes for transport invoice reconciliation, pallet control, and resolution of transport issues.
• Ensuring QA documentation from suppliers and defining claim processes for delivery issues.
• Coordinating collection with transport for optimal timing and assisting in customer invoice reconciliation.

Other Responsibilities:
Providing coaching and mentoring to individuals and teams.
Assisting in the implementation of various initiatives.
Addressing any other requests discussed by the manager.
Overall, the focus is on establishing clear processes, leveraging data insights, and continuous improvement across purchasing, inventory, logistics, and related areas.

About You:
Are you a detail-oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for optimizing procurement processes and driving cost savings? We are looking for a proactive and data-driven Procurement Analyst to join our team and play a key role in supporting our procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives.

Key Qualifications:
• Degree level qualification
• Minimum 3 years proven experience in procurement, supply chain management, or data analysis, with a strong understanding of procurement principles and practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Experience with procurement software and systems is preferred, but not required.

We strive to be the best bakery and place to work where we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers.
In return for your passion for success, you will be rewarded with a competitive package and excellent career opportunities within an organisation that fosters your growth and development.