Description:
Executive Pastry Chef Lead with Craft, Scale with Vision
An exciting opportunity for a seasoned Executive Pastry Chef to lead a high-performing team while balancing artisan quality with high-volume production. This role is perfect for a visionary leader who can marry creativity with operational excellence.
About the RoleAt the heart of this role is the challenge of maintaining exceptional pastry quality at scale. You'll drive innovation, optimize production, and mentor a passionate team through a period of strong growth and expansion.
Key Responsibilities-
Lead and inspire a team of 60+ pastry professionals
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Develop innovative, scalable products without compromising quality
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Balance traditional techniques with efficient, semi-automated processes
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Oversee recipe costing, production planning, and team development
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, QA, Marketing)
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Leadership in large-scale pastry or bakery operations
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Expertise in viennoiserie, laminated doughs, and patisserie
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Experience with semi-automated systems and 24/7 production
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Strong creativity, commercial acumen, and food safety knowledge
Bonus if you have:
International experience, luxury hotel or retail background, or wholesale account management.
This isn't just about beautiful pastries or mass production it is about doing both. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a respected Australian bakery during a dynamic growth phase.
What's on Offer-
Competitive salary and relocation support
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Modern, state-of-the-art facility
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Career-defining opportunity with long-term stability
Visa sponsorship available for exceptional international candidates.