We are a premium, high-end gelato boutique based in Carnegie, celebrated for our uncompromising commitment to quality, artisan techniques, and exceptional raw ingredients. We operate a fast-paced, highly precise production kitchen where consistency and excellence are our core values.
We are currently seeking a disciplined, passionate, and career-driven
Full-Time Gelato Maker
to join our permanent production team. We provide comprehensive internal training to master our specific processes. This role is ideally suited for a disciplined kitchen professional—such as a catering cook, high-volume prep cook, or an experienced production kitchen hand—who thrives on routine, structure, and
executing established recipes to perfection.
The Role
As a Full-Time Gelato Maker, you will take ownership of the daily execution of our premium flavor menu. This is a permanent, hands-on role requiring absolute precision, consistency, and a robust sense of accountability.
Your main duties will include:
End-to-End Production:
Measuring, pasteurising, mixing, and churning gelato strictly according to established company recipes and technical quality standards.
Quality Control:
Maintaining rigorous visual, structural, and taste consistency across all batches.
Hygiene & Safety Leadership:
Upholding strict Food Safety and HACCP guidelines, ensuring deep cleaning, sanitisation, and maintenance of production machinery and pasteurisers.
Inventory & FIFO:
Monitoring raw ingredients, managing stock rotation, forecasting shortages, and receiving supplier deliveries.
What We Are Looking For:
To be successful in this permanent role, you must demonstrate a serious work ethic and meet the following strict criteria:
Commercial Kitchen Experience:




Minimum 1–2 years of full-time experience in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment (e.g., pastry, baking, line cook, or production prep).
Technical Precision:
Strong attention to detail with measurements, temperatures, timing, and recipe compliance.
Full Scheduling Availability:
Ability to work a structured, fixed production roster. To ensure a healthy work-life balance, you will have
2 consecutive days off,
offering full flexibility and stability for your personal planning.
Physical Stamina:
Ability to handle the physical demands of a high-volume production kitchen, including lifting ingredients (up to *****kg) and standing for long periods.
Professional Attitude:
A proactive, reliable, and coachable mindset with a long-term commitment to the brand.
What We Offer:
Premium Daytime Roster:
Exceptional work-life balance with standard
daytime
production hours, ensuring your evenings and early mornings are always yours. Includes
2 consecutive days off
.
Collaborative & Positive Team Culture:
A supportive, professional, and respectful working environment focused on teamwork and efficiency.
Comprehensive Training:
Thorough, professional on-the-job training in our artisan gelato production techniques and machinery operation.
Job Security:
A stable, permanent full-time position with competitive award salary.
We actively recognize loyalty and performance, with structured remuneration reviews as you master the role and drive efficiency.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates possessing the required kitchen experience and full, unrestricted Australian working rights will be contacted for an interview and a practical kitchen trial.
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📌 Gelato Maker - Full Time/Part Time (Melbourne)
🏢 Nuvoletta Gelateria
📍 Melbourne