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 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
Perks & Benefits
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Parking
– Free or subsidised airport parking
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Staff Discounts
– Discounts across our stores plus savings on water and hot beverages
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Career Development
– Grow with our
Better Together
development program and internal career pathways
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Paid Parental Leave
– Up to 18 weeks employer-funded top-up + additional leave benefits
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Employee Referral Program
– Refer outstanding people and be rewarded (plus bonus prize draws!)
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Wellbeing Leave & EAP
– Paid Wellbeing Day and 24/7 TELUS Health support
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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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APPLY NOW
and take the next step in your kitchen leadership career!

📌 Kitchen Supervisor (Victoria)
🏢 Lagardere AWPL
📍 Victoria