Red Cacao is hiring a Casual/Temporary Pastry Chef role in Mount Barker, SA. Apply now to be part of our team.

Requirements for this role:

• Flexible hours available
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role

Pastry Chef – Red Cacao Chocolatier Adelaide Hills

Location: Mt Barker, Adelaide Hills

Start date: Immediate / flexible

About Us

At Red Cacao Chocolatier, we’re passionate about handcrafted chocolate, quality local ingredients, and creating memorable experiences for our guests. Located in the heart of the Adelaide Hills, our café and chocolaterie have become a destination for those who appreciate creativity, skill, and indulgence.

We’re now looking for a talented Pastry Chef to join our small, dedicated team and help us take our desserts, pastries, and chocolate creations to the next level.

About the Role

As a Pastry Chef at Red Cacao, you’ll work closely with our chocolatiers and kitchen team to produce a range of exquisite pastries, tarts, cakes, and desserts that complement our artisan chocolate range. You’ll have creative input into menu development and seasonal specials, ensuring every creation reflects our high standards of quality, flavour, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and bake pastries, cakes, desserts, and chocolate-based creations.

• Collaborate on new product development and seasonal menu design.

• Maintain high standards of hygiene, organisation, and food safety.

• Manage stock levels, ingredient ordering, and kitchen efficiency.

• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented kitchen environment.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in a café, bakery, or fine-dining pastry environment.

• Passionate about chocolate and desserts.

• Creative, reliable, and detail-oriented.

• Able to work independently and as part of a small, friendly team.

Experience with chocolate tempering or fine patisserie is highly regarded, but we’re also open to developing the right person with a strong passion for the craft.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration based on experience.

• Creative freedom within a supportive artisan environment.

• Work-life balance in the beautiful Adelaide Hills.

• Opportunity to grow your skills and career within a respected local brand.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring your creativity and craftsmanship to Red Cacao, we’d love to hear from you!

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and passion for pastry to: *****@redcacao.com.au

Learn more about us: www.redcacao.com.au