Baker

About the role

Skills4Work is looking for a qualified baker who is excited by the chance to help others build a career in baking. This is a rare opening for someone who enjoys teaching, guiding, and motivating learners to become capable, industry-ready bakers.

The position is based in Manukau, Auckland, and is best suited to someone who already has trade qualifications, practical baking knowledge, and some background in training or mentoring people. If you are currently coaching or teaching as part of your role, that experience will be valuable. If not, full support and training will be provided to help you grow into the training aspect of the job.

You will be part of a small team that works across New Zealand, so the role requires someone who is comfortable working independently while staying connected through remote support.

Skills4Work is a NZQA-registered vocational training provider and an accredited Craft Baking Training Provider in New Zealand. The organisation operates nationwide and continues to expand its baking training business.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prepared lesson plans in a way that keeps learners engaged and makes the training meaningful.
• Work with stakeholders and respond to their needs effectively.
• Take part in events that help promote the course and attract learners for the NZ Certificate in Baking Fundamentals.
• Look for ways to improve the training process and put practical improvements in place.
• Guide, monitor, and support baking learners throughout their journey.
• Assess learners and record their results.
• Stay current with baking industry developments and maintain up-to-date knowledge.
• Handle basic administrative work and communicate clearly by email, phone, and face to face.

Requirements

• You must be a qualified baker with relevant trade experience.
• Experience in adult education, training, coaching, or mentoring is needed.
• Familiarity with NZQA unit standards is an advantage.
• A 4098 Assessor qualification would be beneficial.
• You should have strong interpersonal skills and good time management.
• A positive, can-do attitude and a strong commitment to quality are important.
• You need to genuinely enjoy helping others succeed and reaching their potential.

Perks

• Competitive pay package.
• Some flexibility in working hours.
• Opportunity to work from home for part of the role.

Additional information

This is a full-time position with a remote-friendly working style, though the role is anchored in Manukau, Auckland. The posting does not specify a salary figure, application deadline, notice period, number of vacancies, or start date.