Central Kitchen Production Lead | Prep Chef & Delivery Driver

Sana Mediterranean - Eveleigh, Redfern NSW

Employment: Part-Time - Hourly Paid
Start Time: various, but usually early mornings to mid-afternoon
Delivery Days: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Location: Sana Central Kitchen, Eveleigh

Join the Sana Mediterranean Team

At Sana Mediterranean, we're on a mission to build healthier communities through fresh, vibrant and flavour-packed Mediterranean food.

We're a growing, chef-led Australian hospitality brand that believes great food starts with great ingredients, prepared fresh, with care and consistency.

As we continue to expand across Sydney, we're looking for an experienced, hands-on Central Kitchen Production Lead to take ownership of our daily food preparation and ingredient distribution.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who loves working with fresh food, enjoys variety in their day and wants to play an important role in the growth of an exciting hospitality brand.

About the Role

Freshness is everything at Sana.

Working from our Central Kitchen in Eveleigh, you'll be responsible for preparing the key ingredients that bring our Mediterranean menu to life and ensuring they're delivered fresh to our Restaurants across Sydney.

This is a hands-on role combining approximately 70% kitchen preparation and production with 30% Restaurant deliveries and distribution.

You'll start your day at 6:00 am, preparing fresh ingredients, managing production requirements and ensuring our Restaurants have everything they need to deliver an exceptional Guest experience.

On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, you'll also complete scheduled deliveries using our company-provided Sana van. Please note, the van must remain at the Central Kitchen at all times, and not to be used for personal use outside of job responsibilities.

We're looking for someone who takes genuine ownership of their work, understands the importance of quality and consistency, and can help us build an efficient Central Kitchen operation as Sana continues to grow.

What You'll Be Doing

Fresh Food Preparation & Production

- Prepare fresh ingredients, sauces, dressings and key menu components according to Sana's recipes and specifications.
- Manage daily and weekly production schedules to meet Restaurant requirements.
- Ensure consistent portioning, flavour, freshness and product quality.
- Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
- Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Manage ingredient storage, stock rotation, labelling and inventory.




- Monitor production quantities to minimise waste while ensuring Restaurants have sufficient stock.
- Maintain an organised and efficient Central Kitchen environment.

Restaurant Deliveries & Distribution

- Complete scheduled deliveries to Sana Restaurants every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
- Drive the company-provided Sana delivery van to and from the Central Kitchen to our Restaurants.
- Accurately pick, pack, check and load Restaurant orders.
- Ensure all ingredients are transported safely, maintaining appropriate food temperatures and product quality.
- Plan efficient delivery routes and ensure deliveries arrive on time.
- Communicate with Restaurant teams to confirm deliveries and resolve any shortages or issues.
- Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of the Sana van.

Production Leadership & Continuous Improvement

- Take ownership of Central Kitchen production standards and daily output.
- Coordinate preparation quantities based on Restaurant demand.
- Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and reduce waste.
- Maintain accurate production, stock and food safety records.
- Work closely with the Operations team to support new Restaurants and growing production requirements.
- Help develop and improve systems that ensure Sana can continue delivering fresh, consistent food as the business expands.

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, dependable and passionate about preparing great food.

You don't need to have managed a large kitchen team, but you do need to be confident taking ownership of your work, managing your time and maintaining high standards without constant supervision.

Essential Skills & Experience

- Previous experience as a Prep Chef, Cook or in a commercial kitchen production role.
- A current, valid NSW Class C driver's licence.
- Confidence driving a commercial delivery van throughout Sydney.
- Strong knife skills and experience with fresh ingredient preparation.
- Experience following recipes, managing portion control and maintaining consistent food quality.
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen management and temperature control.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage production deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and take responsibility for daily outcomes.




- Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Physical ability to safely load, unload and handle food containers and delivery crates.
- Reliability and punctuality, with availability for 6:00 am starts.
- Full working rights in Australia.

Highly Regarded

- Experience in a central production kitchen or multi-Restaurant hospitality business.
- Experience preparing Mediterranean ingredients, sauces and dressings.
- Previous food distribution or delivery experience.
- Food Safety Supervisor certification.
- Experience managing inventory, production schedules and food waste.
- Familiarity with Sydney delivery routes.

Working Hours & Location

Location: Sana Central Kitchen, Eveleigh, Redfern NSW

Start Time: varied, but typically 6:00 am

Delivery Schedule: Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Employment: Full-time, paid hourly

You'll enjoy a structured early morning working schedule, with your time split between preparing fresh food and delivering ingredients to our Restaurants.

A Sana company van is provided for all scheduled deliveries.

Why Join Sana?

Be part of a growing brand. Join an ambitious Australian hospitality business with exciting plans for the future.

Work with fresh, quality ingredients. We're passionate about real food, made fresh, and you'll play a key role in maintaining that promise.

Take ownership of your role. This is more than a standard prep position. You'll have genuine responsibility for production quality, organisation and distribution.

Enjoy variety in your day. Combine hands-on food preparation with scheduled deliveries across our Sydney Restaurant network.

Early starts. Start your working day at 6:00 am and enjoy a consistent working routine.

Grow with us. As Sana expands, this role has the potential to develop into a broader Central Kitchen leadership position, with increased responsibility for production, systems and distribution.

A supportive team culture. Work alongside people who care about outstanding food, strong teamwork and doing things properly.

Ready to Join Sana?

If you're passionate about fresh food, enjoy working independently and take pride in delivering quality every single day, we'd love to hear from you.

At Sana, every great meal starts well before our Restaurants open their doors. This is your opportunity to play a key role in making that happen.

Apply now and help us bring fresh Mediterranean food to more communities across Sydney.

Pay: $26.44 – $47.62 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 24.0 per week

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Referral program

Work Location: In person

📌 Central Kitchen Production Lead - Prep Chef & Delivery Driver (Eveleigh)
🏢 Sana Mediterranean
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