JoinThe Fresh Collective, one of Australia's leading hospitality groups, as aCasual Pastry Chefwithin our Production Kitchen team.
Based at our central production kitchen in Redfern, you will play a key role in crafting exceptional desserts and patisserie for exclusive events and iconic venues across Sydney.
Competitive casual hourly rate
Casual hours with excellent work/life balance and adaptable scheduling
Demonstrate your patisserie talents, passion, and flair for an award-winning caterer
Work alongside an experienced team of culinary professionals
Create desserts for some of Sydney's most exclusive events and venues
Convenient location: 3 minutes' walk from Redfern Station, with on-street parking available
Free lunch on site
Fun, supportive, and motivated team environment
Staff discounts across The Fresh Collective venues
About the Role
Reporting to the Executive Chef and Head Chef, theCasual Pastry Chefenjoys creative freedom across a wide range of patisserie components.
Working within our central production kitchen, you will produce high-quality desserts and pastry items in accordance with The Fresh Collective's standardised recipes and production systems for premium events and iconic venues.
Key Responsibilities:
Create all facets of desserts—from individual delicacies and slab cakes to bespoke, high-end patisserie dishes
Produce pastry and dessert items for corporate boardroom lunches, VIP dinners, and large-scale offsite catering events
Manage daily mise en place and ensure accurate, consistent preparation, presentation, and portioning
Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and workplace compliance
Collaborate effectively with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to ensure smooth operations and timely execution of orders
About You
Patisserie qualifications, Cert IV is highly regarded
Prior experience in a 5-star hotel or high-end catering company




Minimum 2 years trade experience
Valid work rights in Australia
About The Fresh Collective
The Fresh Collective is a Sydney-based hospitality group operating cafés, restaurants, bars, retail outlets, and premium catering services across some of Australia's most iconic cultural and entertainment venues.
Our portfolio includes the Art Gallery of NSW, Australian Museum, Queensland Museum, Museums Victoria, and the Sydney Theatre Company.
Renowned for exceptional food, outstanding service, and unforgettable events, we are passionate about creating memorable experiences through innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Join a team that values creativity, professionalism, and continuous growth.
Fresh Chef Benefits
Competitive casual hourly rate
Casual hours with excellent work/life balance and flexible scheduling
Demonstrate your patisserie talents, passion, and flair for an award-winning caterer
Work alongside an experienced team of culinary professionals
Create desserts for some of Sydney's most exclusive events and venues
Convenient location: 3 minutes' walk from Redfern Station, with on-street parking available
Free lunch on site
Fun, supportive, and motivated team environment
Staff discounts across The Fresh Collective venues
About the Role
Reporting to the Executive Chef and Head Chef, theCasual Pastry Chefenjoys creative freedom across a wide range of patisserie components.
Working within our central production kitchen,



you will produce high-quality desserts and pastry items in accordance with The Fresh Collective's standardised recipes and production systems for premium events and iconic venues.
Key Responsibilities:
Create all facets of desserts—from individual delicacies and slab cakes to bespoke, high-end patisserie dishes
Produce pastry and dessert items for corporate boardroom lunches, VIP dinners, and large-scale offsite catering events
Manage daily mise en place and ensure accurate, consistent preparation, presentation, and portioning
Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and workplace compliance
Collaborate effectively with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to ensure smooth operations and timely execution of orders
About You
Patisserie qualifications, Cert IV is highly regarded
Prior experience in a 5-star hotel or high-end catering company
Minimum 2 years trade experience
This position will suit a highly creative and flexible individual who wants to show off their ingenuity outside of a 'cookie-cutter' environment
Valid work rights in Australia
About The Fresh Collective
The Fresh Collective is a Sydney-based hospitality group operating cafés, restaurants, bars, retail outlets, and premium catering services across some of Australia's most iconic cultural and entertainment venues.
Our portfolio includes the Art Gallery of NSW, Australian Museum, Queensland Museum, Museums Victoria, and the Sydney Theatre Company.
Renowned for exceptional food, outstanding service, and unforgettable events, we are passionate about creating memorable experiences through innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Join a team that values creativity, professionalism, and continuous growth.
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📌 Casual Pastry Chef – Production Kitchen (New South Wales)
🏢 The Fresh Collective
📍 New South Wales