Baker

Victoria's bakery sector

There are approximately 24,500 bakers and pastry cooks nationwide with Victoria's share at approximately 6,125.

Victoria is currently offering visa sponsorship for bakers. 

Earning potential

According to the Australian Government's Job Search website, average gross weekly wages for a baker are A$731.

Wages will vary according to your level of skill and qualification. For more information about your wage earning potential, visit some of the specialty jobseeker sites listed below under finding a job.

Licensing and registration

There are no licensing or registration requirements for bakers working in Victoria.

Employers

Bakers may work in production factories, bread shops and supermarkets. Many are self-employed.

Industry contacts

Professional bodies and industry associations are a good source of information about bakers in Victoria.

The following bodies may be relevant:

Tip

We strongly advise you not to apply for jobs until your visa to live and work in Australia has been issued. The visa application process can take many months, and employers are unlikely to choose you for a job if you do not know when you will arrive in Australia.

Finding a job

To search for Victorian recruiters who specialise in bakers, visit the Recruitment and Consulting Services Association's Member Index.

For more general information on Victoria’s job market, including where and how to find jobs, and workplace culture, visit our Working & Employment section.

Migrating to Victoria

To find out about how to migrate to Australia, including information about visa nomination from the Victorian Government, visit our Visas & Immigrating section.

Skill Assessment Information

In order to migrate to Victoria, you will also need to have your skills assessed as part of the application process. For more information, see the Baker Assessment Information Sheet.

Last updated: 15 July 2009

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