Chef - Cheese World
Saputo International Inc.
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How you will make contributions that matter
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations at Cheese World in Allansford.
In this hands-on leadership role, you will be responsible for creating exceptional food experiences, leading back-of-house operations and ensuring the kitchen consistently delivers high-quality food and service.
Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the Cheese World kitchen, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and service.
- Design and develop seasonal menus, catering offerings and special event menus that showcase Saputo Dairy Australia products.
- Manage food preparation, stock control, supplier ordering and inventory to support efficient operations.
- Monitor food, labour and wastage costs to achieve budget and profitability targets.
- Train, coach and support kitchen team members while fostering a positive team culture.
- Maintain compliance with food safety, quality and workplace health and safety requirements.
About you
- Qualified Chef with a Commercial Cookery qualification.
- Holds (or can obtain) Food Safety Supervisor and RSA certifications.
- Previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or similar leadership role.
- Strong menu development, food preparation and culinary creativity skills.
- Experience managing food costing, budgets, inventory and supplier relationships.
- Highly organised with strong leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities.
We'll support you with
- A global, values-led organisation where people and safety come first.
- Predominantly Monday to Friday daytime hours, supporting a great work-life balance.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
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Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying.
As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.
Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
Summary
Lead kitchen operations, develop menus, manage food safety, and mentor staff in Warrnambool.
Job title
Chef - Cheese World
Experience level
previous leadership role
Industry
dairy
Location requirements
Must be in Warrnambool, VIC, or nearby, no remote work
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Warrnambool VIC 3280, Australia