Job Description

Woods & Co Recruitment have partnered with one of Australia's leading & premier retailers to find a passionate and experienced Head Pastry Chef. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, balancing team leadership, product excellence, and high customer service standards. 

With a rewarding roster and a range of benefits, including a free gym membership, shopping discounts, and complimentary food & beverages all day, every day, this position offers more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a thriving & growing family business! 

What's in it for you?

• $80,000 - $90,000 + Super. 
• Become a part of the family at Australia's largest independent retailer. 
• Work on a rotating roster between the hours of 6:00 am - 3:30 pm. 
• Free gym membership at a local facility in Essendon Fields. 
• Complimentary food & beverage all day, every day. 
• Free parking all year round. 
• 20% shopping discount off your retail & supermarket goods. 
• Access to premium sporting events, such as football, soccer etc. 
• Access to Employment Assistance Programs. 

What do you do?

• Oversee daily pastry operations, including managing a team of 4-6 staff. 
• Ensure top-notch customer service and product quality for both internal and external customers. 
• Maintain an organised, clean, and safe kitchen environment. 
• Manage stock rotation, shelf management, date coding, and inventory. 
• Handle product display, stock ordering, and promotional planning. 
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety and HACCP standards. 
• Set and achieve department goals for sales, margin, and labour. 

What do you need?

• Trade qualification of equivalent, with 5+ years of experience in a similar role. 
• Food Handlers Certificate | HACCP Certification for production facility roles. 
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and support staff. 
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and time-management abilities. 
• Sound knowledge of workforce management and budgeting. 
• Friendly, professional approach with excellent communication skills. 
• Proficiency in computer use and adaptability to new software systems.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work independently, with a positive, flexible attitude.

If you're as passionate about this position as we are, then please don't delay and APPLY NOW! We are interviewing immediately! For more information, please contact:

• Aydin on 0458 521 724 or aydin@woodsco.com.au. 
• Shea on 0407 163 529 or shea@woodsco.com.au.

Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce which values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or a linguistically diverse background, all members and genders of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

*You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted and meet the above requirements.