Baker Trainer – Adult Education (Manukau)

About the role

We are seeking a qualified baker to join our team in Manukau, Auckland, where you will train and mentor learners aspiring to become professional bakers. This role offers a unique chance to shape the next generation of bakers while working within a supportive, remote‑enabled environment.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lesson plans for the NZ Certificate in Baking Fundamentals.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain strong relationships.
• Promote the course at events and recruit new learners.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Coach, monitor and support learners throughout their training.
• Assess learners, award results and ensure compliance with NZQA standards.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Perform basic administration and communicate effectively via email, phone and in person.

Required profile

• Qualified baker with solid practical experience.
• Experience in adult education or training.
• Familiarity with NZQA unit standards; assessor qualification is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and time‑management abilities.
• Passion for excellence, a “will‑do” attitude and a genuine desire to motivate others.

Required skills

• Baking
• Adult Education
• NZQA unit standards

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home.