Bring the Heat – Lead the Way ? 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 YOU to join our Foodservice family.
The Role At LivEat , we're all about nutritious, chef‐prepared meals that support a healthy, active lifestyle.
We deliver great 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 setting.
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 chance 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 ✅ Solid 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 Perks Benefits ? 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 Together development 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.
? APPLY NOW and take the next step in your kitchen leadership career!

📌 Kitchen Supervisor (Melbourne)
🏢 Lagardère Travel Retail
📍 Melbourne