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Baker
Role summary
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The Baker role involves preparing, baking, decorating and presenting a range of breads, pastries and other bakery products while maintaining high standards of quality, freshness and food safety. Candidates should ideally have bakery experience, practical knowledge of baking techniques and a strong understanding of hygiene procedures. A relevant qualification is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, physical stamina and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced supermarket environment. Candidates are expected to provide friendly service, follow recipes and production plans, keep the bakery clean and organised, and work cooperatively with team members. Early starts, weekends and public-holiday availability may be required.
Can I work in Australia?
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How it works
How it works: Sales assistants and shop-floor staff are not on the Core Skills list; only retail managers and buyers can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423+; a working holiday visa is the usual route for shop work.
Before you apply: Shop-floor jobs need no professional licence. Pharmacists do: they must register with the local regulator, and one qualified abroad often has to pass local exams first. Selling alcohol can need a short course and certificate, for example in Australia.
Watch for: Shop jobs go to people with work rights, including working holiday visa holders (6 months with one employer); there is no sponsorship route for sales assistants.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List (Subclass 482 instrument, LIN 24/089). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Retail & Consumer jobs in Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Varies by employer |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Employer pays the nomination fee and training levy (by law); visa fee AUD 4,015, paid by you or the employer |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Pay and discount | Retail award floor, adult Level 1: AUD 27.81 an hour from 1 July 2026; casuals get 25% extra (by law) |
| Contract | Full-time, part-time or casual; a working holiday visa allows 6 months with one employer |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Woolworths Supermarkets
Woolworths Supermarkets is one of Australia's largest supermarket businesses and part of Woolworths Group. It operates a nationwide network of stores supplying groceries, fresh food, bakery products, household essentials and everyday services to millions of customers. The company employs a large and diverse workforce across stores, distribution centres, support offices and digital operations. Woolworths focuses on quality products, convenient shopping, responsible sourcing and customer service. Its supermarkets offer opportunities in retail operations, fresh food departments, online fulfilment, logistics and management. Employees may receive structured training, career development opportunities, team benefits and staff discounts, depending on their role and employment conditions. Store-based roles generally involve teamwork, customer interaction, food-safety compliance and flexible scheduling.