What skills do I need and what steps do I need to take? What is the most suitable visa?
If you’ve decided to move to Australia to work as a “baker” or “pastry cook”, you should know that these professions are on the list of the most sought-after qualifications on the Australian job market. (Consolidated Sponsored Occupations List-CSOL).
This will give you the opportunity to apply for a Visa in Australia.
What visa do I need to work in Australia?
If you’re under 30, you can come to Australia on a Working Holiday Visa (WHV). This visa allows you to stay in Australia for up to 2 years (maximum), and to apply for skilled jobs on the CSOL list.
If you are over 30 and applying for jobs on the CSOL list, you can apply for these visas:
Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
- Temporary Residence Transition stream: for 457 visa holders wishing to obtain permanent residence.
- Direct Entry Stream: for people who have never worked in Australia and are looking for a sponsoring employer.
- Agreement Stream: applies to recruiters who have been approved by the Australian government to recruit a certain number of qualified foreigners per year.
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa (subclass 187)
Allows foreigners to work in Australia, but only in certain regions , excluding the following: Brisbane, Melbourne, Newcastle, Sydney and Wollongong. To obtain this visa, you must first find work with an approved employer-sponsor.
Temporary Work (Skilled) visa (subclass 457)
This is the only visa that accepts applicants over the age of 50. It is the most widely used by Australian recruiters, as it gives the right to work legally on Australian soil for 4 years, but does not entitle the holder to permanent residency.
Is my bakery/pastry-making CAP recognized in Australia?
If you work as a baker or pastry chef on a WHV visa, the CAP or bac pro boulangerie/pâtisserie is sufficient.
For other types of visa, you need to pass an equivalent qualification:
- Australian Qualification Framework Certificate III with two years’ professional experience in the bakery or patisserie speciality
- Or Australian Qualification Framework Certificate IV in the bakery or patisserie speciality.
Indeed, even if the CAP boulangerie/pâtisserie or bac pro boulanger pâtissier is recognized in France, you’ll need to have your skills assessed by a Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) to complete your Visa application. This is an important step in obtaining your visa.
What are the main evaluation criteria?
- Age
- English proficiency according to IELTS score
- Level of education
- Professional experience
- Your partner’s age and professional qualifications
What is the annual salary of a baker?
For a Baker: AU$34,860 – AU$54,431
For a Pastry Chef: AU$34,384 – AU$57,303
What international health insurance do I need for Australia?
Medical expenses in Australia are very high, and in the event of unforeseen circumstances, you could be faced with a very hefty bill… Mondassur recommends that you take out expatriate insurance to cover you in the event of a problem. You can compare our insurance offers from the 1st euro and request a quote online.
