Location: Darra, QLD, 4076

Full-Time: Immediate start

Job Title: Executive Bakery &

- Pastry Chef

Salary Range: $150,000 superannuation

Job Closure date: 30 days

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead and elevate the pastry & bakery program at their Brisbane site. This role combines culinary leadership, menu innovation, team development, and a commitment to exceptional quality, safety, and guest outcomes.

Role Overview

As Head Chef, you will oversee all pastry & bakery operations on-site, guiding the pastry team from the kitchen floor, ensuring superior product quality, precise staffing, ongoing training, and continuous improvement. You’ll foster a culture of culinary excellence, accountability, and financial discipline across the Brisbane pastry & bakery operations.

Key Responsibilities

- Culinary Leadership &
- Team Management
- Menu Development &
- Innovation
- Operations &
- Process Improvement
- Quality &
- Food Safety
- Strategic &
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Compliance &
- Audits

Organisational Expectations

- Uphold company policies, promote a positive, development-focused kitchen workplace; maintain a quality-driven agenda across the pastry & bakery team; participate in annual performance discussions.
- Proactively identify risks, maintain zero-hault safety practices, report hazards promptly, and drive safety improvements.

They are looking for





- Proven pastry & baking leadership with a track record of culinary excellence and menu innovation
- Strong hands-on leadership style with the ability to mentor and develop a diverse pastry & bakery team
- Experience in menu planning, costing, and cross-functional collaboration with culinary, procurement, and operations
- Solid knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and relevant food safety standards
- Commitment to quality, presentation, and consistency in every pastry item
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Customer-focused approach with a passion for elevating dessert and pastry experiences

Benefits

- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Leadership role within a growing Brisbane culinary operation
- Collaborative, safety-focused kitchen environment
- Career development and ongoing training
- Employee benefits and product discounts

How to Apply

- If you’re ready to lead an executive pastry program in Brisbane and contribute to the growth and reputation of the site, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit

- Your resume detailing relevant pastry leadership and culinary experience
- A brief cover note outlining your approach to the Executive Pastry Chef role at our Brisbane site
- Any relevant food safety or pastry-specific certifications

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