BAKE’D Sydney | Sydney, NSW | Full-Time

Competitive Salary Package | Multi-Site Role | Career Growth Opportunities

About BAKE’D Sydney

BAKE’D Sydney is a growing hospitality brand known for its premium café experience, all-day breakfast and brunch menu, specialty coffee, and quality food.

As we continue to expand across Sydney and beyond, we are seeking an experienced and hands-on Head Chef / Kitchen Training & Operations Manager to lead kitchen standards, develop our culinary teams, and support the successful opening of new locations.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Chef who is ready to take the next step into a multi-site leadership and training role.

You will work closely with the senior management team to ensure consistency in food quality, kitchen operations, training, and compliance across all BAKE’D Sydney locations.

You will also play a key role in setting up kitchens, training current teams, and supporting new store openings.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Operations & Standards

- Oversee kitchen operations and food quality across multiple locations.
- Ensure consistency in food presentation, taste, portion control, and recipes.
- Develop, implement, and maintain kitchen SOPs and operational procedures.
- Monitor food costs, wastage, stock management, and kitchen efficiency.
- Conduct regular kitchen audits and operational assessments.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and WHS requirements.

Training & Team Development

- Train, coach, and mentor chefs, cooks, and kitchen teams across all locations.




- Develop structured kitchen training programs and training materials.
- Ensure all team members follow approved recipes, preparation methods, and presentation standards.
- Identify skills gaps and implement ongoing training initiatives.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance assessments of kitchen staff.

New Store Opening Support

- Lead kitchen setup and operational readiness for current store openings.
- Assist with equipment setup, kitchen layout, and workflow optimisation.
- Train new kitchen teams before opening.
- Coordinate menu implementation, food preparation systems, and kitchen procedures.
- Provide hands-on support during soft openings and grand openings.
- Ensure new kitchens operate efficiently and consistently from day one.

Menu Development & Continuous Improvement

- Work with management on menu development and new product launches.
- Conduct recipe testing and standardise recipes and portion sizes.
- Identify opportunities to improve food quality, productivity, and profitability.
- Support implementation of seasonal menus and promotional products.

About You

- Proven experience as a Head Chef, Executive Chef,



or Multi-Site Kitchen Manager.
- Strong background in high-volume cafés, breakfast, brunch, or casual dining.
- Experience training and developing kitchen teams.
- Excellent understanding of food costs, stock control, and labour management.
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen compliance.
- Ability to develop and implement recipes, SOPs, and training procedures.
- Confident working across multiple locations and supporting new store openings.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Hands-on, proactive, and passionate about maintaining high standards.
- Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel between Sydney locations.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary package based on experience.
- Full-time position with a growing hospitality group.
- Opportunity to lead kitchen training and operations across multiple locations.
- Direct involvement in new store openings and brand expansion.
- Career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow.
- Supportive management team and the opportunity to make a real impact.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Head Chef with strong leadership skills and a passion for training, operational excellence, and business growth, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now through Indeed with your resume and a brief summary of your experience in kitchen leadership, team training, and multi-site operations.

Pay: $90,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef / Kitchen Training & Operations Manager (Sydney)
🏢 BAKE'D
📍 Sydney