JOSH EATON
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
Passionate and skilled artisan baker & brunch chef with over 5 years of experience in baking, pastry production, and recipe innovation. Originally from Cornwall, UK, I have developed a strong work ethic, an eye for quality, and a commitment to efficiency. Promoted to Production Manager within 18 months at a leading UK bakery, managing a team of 10+ staff while maintaining high standards of production. Experienced in laminated doughs, naturally leavened doughs, pastries, and artisan bread-making. Seeking a role in a bakery that values quality, creativity, and efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker & Chef
Eaton Park Cafe
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Designed and implemented brunch and bakery menus, including savoury pies, breads, and open sandwiches
- Efficient and high-quality production in a fast-paced café environment
- Developed new baked goods to expand the café's offerings
Production Manager
Quay Bakery
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Production Manager at one of the UK's top-rated bakeries (TripAdvisor)
- Managed artisan bread and pastry production, maintaining high quality and efficiency
- Operated commercial ovens and ensured optimal baking conditions
Baker
Eden Project
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Specialized in pastries, tarts, laminated doughs, and sourdough baking
- Gained experience in large-scale bakery production
Shop & Dough Prep Assistant
Quay Bakery
06.2015 - 01.2019
- Assisted with dough preparation, shaping, and baking
- Managed till operations, opening/closing duties
Event Catering & Hog Roast Team
Cornish Black Pigs & Paella
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Customer service, food preparation, and cash handling at large catering events
- Assisted with kitchen operations, set-up, and pack-down
Education
Applied Science Diploma - Equivalent to 3 A-Levels
Truro College
01.2018
12 GCSEs - including Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry & Psychology
Fowey River Academy
01.2016
Skills
- Dough & Bread Production
- Laminated Pastries & Pâtisserie
- Oven Operation & Baking
- Recipe Development
- Leadership & Training
- High-Volume Production
Achievements
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award
- Full Driving License
Hobbies and Interests
- Passionate about football
- Music
- Sailing
- Fitness
Availability
Available immediately.
Timeline
Baker & Chef
Eaton Park Cafe
09.2022 - 10.2024
Production Manager
Quay Bakery
04.2020 - 08.2022
Baker
Eden Project
01.2019 - 02.2020
Shop & Dough Prep Assistant
Quay Bakery
06.2015 - 01.2019
Event Catering & Hog Roast Team
Cornish Black Pigs & Paella
01.2010 - 01.2018
Applied Science Diploma - Equivalent to 3 A-Levels
Truro College
12 GCSEs - including Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry & Psychology
Fowey River Academy
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