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 Manager 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 quick‑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
- Solid 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

- 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.

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📌 Kitchen Manager (Australia)
🏢 Lagardere AWPL
📍 Australia