Skills4Bakers

New Zealand Certificate in Baking (Fundamentals) (Level 3)

Love baking? Turn it into a career. With skilled bakers in high demand across New Zealand, this programme is your pathway into a creative, hands-on industry.

At Skills4Work, you’ll learn by doing. Our 17-week course combines practical training with real-world experience at our Auckland facility, giving you the confidence and skills to step straight into the workplace. As an NZQA Category 1 provider and a Māori and Pasifika Trades Training (MPTT) partner, we’re focused on developing job-ready bakers who can thrive in the industry.

What You’ll Learn

• How to follow and adapt recipes
• Mixing, kneading, shaping, and baking techniques
• Bread, cakes, pastries, and biscuits
• Decorating, finishing, and product presentation
• Safe use of baking equipment
• Food safety and workplace practices
• Customer service and order preparation

Career Pathways

A Level 3 qualification can lead to roles such as:

• Bakery or supermarket baker
• Café or restaurant baker
• Catering roles
• Supervisory or management positions
• Self-employment or business ownership
• Sales roles in baking ingredients or equipment
• Opportunities to work overseas

Course Details

• Start Date: 22 June 2026
• Duration: 17 weeks
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–2:30pm
• Location: Auckland
• Credits: 60

Entry Requirements

• NZ citizen or resident
• 16+ years old
• NCEA Level 2 (or equivalent experience)
• Able to lift 20–25kg

Your Future in Baking Starts Here

With strong industry connections and hands-on training, Skills4Work helps you turn passion into profession—opening doors to employment, further training, and a rewarding future in baking.