Full Time | Daytime Hours | $90,000 + Super
About Us
Wallace & Wood is an award-winning artisan ice cream and specialty café located in Bokarina on the Sunshine Coast.
We're known for premium products, exceptional customer service and creating memorable experiences.
As we continue to grow and prepare to open our second hospitality venue, we're looking for an experiencedKitchen Manager/senior cooks/sous chefswanting their first leadership role to take ownership of our established kitchen.
This is an excellent chance for someone looking to step away from late nights/very early mornings and split shifts while still leading a skilled kitchen.
About the Role
You'll be responsible for the day-to-day operation of our established kitchen.
The menu, systems and suppliers are already in place, allowing you to focus on delivering consistently high-quality food, leading the team and maintaining excellent kitchen standards.
Your Responsibilities
Lead the daily operation of our small kitchen team
Maintain consistency, presentation and food quality
Manage ordering and stock control
Monitor food costs and minimise waste




Train and support kitchen staff
Ensure food safety and cleanliness standards are maintained
Maintain a positive and professional kitchen culture
What We're Looking For
Previous experience leading a commercial kitchen not essential but preferred
Strong organisational and communication skills
Passion for quality food and attention to detail
Ability to lead by example
Reliable, calm and professional under pressure
Excellent food safety knowledge
Trade qualifications are welcomed but not essential.
We're looking for the right person with the right attitude and leadership skills.
What We Offer
Permanent full-time position
Daytime hours
No split shifts
No late-night trading/very early mornings
Real prospects for creativity in recipe development
Established kitchen with proven systems already in place
Supportive and passionate owners who genuinely care about quality
Opportunity to grow with an expanding hospitality business
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