Executive Bakery & Pastry Chef
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 environment; 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
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