Chocolatier (Afternoon Shift)

Koko Black; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% team member discount

Job summary

Koko Black in Melbourne, Victoria is seeking an experienced Chocolatier to join the afternoon production team. You will prepare fillings, temper chocolate, enrobe and finish pralines, bars and products to specification, working closely with the production staff to maintain our handcrafted standard.

This hands-on role emphasizes food safety and quality, with an afternoon schedule from 3:00pm to 11:06pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chocolatier or Pastry Chef in a commercial setting.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in consistent, high-quality products.
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Make chocolate pralines, bars and products to high quality in an efficient manner.
• Prepare ganache, bases and fillings involving cooking and portioning.
• Temper chocolate, hand moulding, panning and enrobing of chocolates.
• Operate equipment and machinery used in the chocolate making process.
• Hand decorate pralines and chocolate products.
• Complete production, temperature, allergen and quality checks accurately.

Skills

Chocolatier experience

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Efficient in fast-paced production

Job description

We're seeking passionate, hands-on Chocolatiers to join our afternoon production team and help bring Koko Black's handcrafted chocolate range to life. Working alongside the team, you'll prepare quality chocolate products, fillings and components while ensuring consistent craftsmanship and presentation.

If you take pride in working with chocolate and enjoy being part of a collaborative production team, this is an opportunity to contribute to a proudly Australian artisan brand.

Afternoon shift position

3:00pm - 11:06pm Monday to Friday

The Role

Reporting to the Team Leader, you'll be responsible for preparing fillings and chocolate components, operating the enrobing line, and supporting the smooth flow of daily production. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail, a strong understanding of chocolate work, and a commitment to food safety, quality and efficiency.

You'll work with the wider production team to meet daily priorities, maintain approved standards and ensure products are prepared, enrobed and finished to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Making chocolate pralines, bars and products to the highest quality in an efficient manner


• Preparation of ganache, bases and fillings involving cooking and portioning


• Tempering of chocolate, hand moulding, panning and enrobing of chocolates


• Operating equipment and machinery used in the chocolate making process


• Hand decorating of pralines and chocolate products


• Complete required production, temperature, allergen and quality checks accurately.


• Ensure correct handling, storage, labelling and rotation of ingredients, fillings and finished products.


• Follow cleaning, hygiene, food safety and safe operating procedures at all times.


• Identify and escalation equipment, production, safety or quality issues promptly.


• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient work area.


• Support practical improvements that reduce waste, downtime and rework.


• Champion Koko Black's food safety, quality and craftsmanship culture at all times.

What You'll Bring

• Experience as a Chocolatier, Pastry Chef, Baker or in a commercial food manufacturing environment.


• Practical knowledge of chocolate production, fillings, tempering and enrobing.


• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.


• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing consistent, high-quality products.


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.


• A reliable, hands-on and collaborative approach.


• Strong communication skills and a willingness to support the wider team.


• A commitment to quality, continuous improvement and craftsmanship.


• A passion for chocolate and pride in creating premium products.

Why Koko Black?

• Be part of an iconic Australian chocolate brand with craftsmanship and quality at its heart.


• Work with premium chocolate products and develop your technical skills.


• Join a supportive team during an exciting period of growth and evolution.


• Contribute to a culture built on Passion, Leadership, Ownership and Trust.


• Enjoy a 40% team member discount.