31 AUG - 3 SEP 2026 | Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Miek Paulus

Miek Paulus – Founder & Head Baker, Ket Baker

Belgian-born baker Miek Paulus is the founder and head baker behind Ket Baker, a renowned 100% sourdough bakery on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula. Originally trained as an engineer, Miek followed her passion for food and baking, developing a deep expertise in sourdough fermentation and pastry.

Known for her meticulous approach to slow fermentation and her commitment to quality, locally sourced ingredients, Miek has built Ket Baker from a small garage bakery into a thriving bakery business with locations across the Bellarine and Geelong. Her passion for pushing the boundaries of sourdough is particularly evident in Ket Baker’s signature croissants and pastries, many of which take several days to develop.

Miek brings a combination of technical knowledge, curiosity and hands-on experience to her baking, with a focus on creating food that is both thoughtfully made and genuinely delicious.