06 Aug
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Lagardere AWPL
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Williamstown
06 Aug
Lagardere AWPL
Williamstown
At LagardèreAWPL, we're not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific - we're the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia and New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts - and now, we want YOUto join our Foodservice family.
The Role
At LivEat, we're all about nutritious, chef-prepared meals that support a healthy, active lifestyle. We deliver outstanding food fast, using quality ingredients and consistent preparation - without compromising on taste.
We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Kitchen Supervisor to lead the back-of-house operations at our LivEat store within an airport environment. This is a full-time role suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume settings.
You will take ownership of day-to-day kitchen production, team leadership, food safety, and operational standards - ensuring every dish meets the highest standards of quality and consistency. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident kitchen leader who enjoys balancing people management with strong operational focus.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and manage daily kitchen production to deliver LivEat brand standards
- Ensure all food is prepared and presented in line with recipe cards, portion control, and specifications
- Organise and motivate the kitchen team to deliver high-quality products and smooth service
- Maintain food safety, hygiene, and WHS standards at all times
- Work closely with the Store Manager on staffing, sales forecasts, and SPLH targets
- Analyse sales and purchasing data to optimise production and minimise waste
- Support new product launches and collaborate with LivEat and supplier partners
- Recruit, onboard, train,
and develop your kitchen team
- Foster a positive, professional, and high-performing team culture
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience managing kitchen production in a fast-paced foodservice environment
- Strong understanding of standard recipes, portion control, and food presentation
- Solid knowledge of food safety systems, hygiene, and WHS compliance
- Experience with ordering, cost control and waste management
- Confident people leader who can train, coach, and motivate diverse teams
- Strong planning, organisation, and communication skills
- Intermediate Excel skills and confidence working with sales and purchasing data
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster including early starts, weekends, and public holidays
- Valid working rights and ability to obtain an Aviation Security ID Card (ASIC)
- Experience with workforce management systems (e.g. Kronos) highly regarded
- Parking - Free or subsidised airport parking
- Staff Discounts - Discounts across our stores plus savings on water and hot beverages
- Career Development - Grow with our Better Togetherdevelopment program and internal career pathways
- Paid Parental Leave - Up to 18 weeks employer-funded top-up + additional leave benefits
- Employee Referral Program - Refer great people and be rewarded (plus bonus prize draws!)
- Wellbeing Leave & EAP - Paid Wellbeing Day and 24/7 TELUS Health support
- Dynamic Airport Environment - Fast-paced, exciting, and never the same day twice
We Value Diversity & Inclusion
At LagardèreAWPL, we're committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued. You'll work alongside passionate people who care about quality, teamwork, and delivering exceptional experiences.
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📌 Kitchen Supervisor (Williamstown)
🏢 Lagardere AWPL
📍 Williamstown