Doughnut Production & Quality Lead

Placed Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Placed Australia is seeking a full-time Doughnut Excellence Manager in Coolaroo, Victoria to lead the central doughnut production facility. You will oversee the production team, ensure product quality and food safety, and coordinate order fulfilment for the store network.

You will plan rosters, monitor progress against targets, coach staff, and drive improvements in efficiency and waste reduction while maintaining compliance with food safety and traceability standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Diploma in Hospitality Management or a relevant diploma‑level qualification (or at least 3 years of relevant work experience).
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience in commercial food production, bakery operations, or a related supervisory role.
• Bakery‑related qualification or equivalent commercial baking expertise to oversee product standards and coach staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct the doughnut production team, establish daily priorities and delegate work.
• Plan staff rosters and labour coverage according to production requirements.
• Identify recruitment and capability needs and communicate to senior management.
• Lead onboarding, coaching and performance reviews.
• Address performance issues and escalate formal matters when appropriate.
• Establish and maintain product specifications, SOPs, and quality checkpoints.

Skills

Leadership

Roster planning

Quality control

Food safety

Communication

Problem solving

Staff coaching

Traceability

Education

Diploma in Hospitality Management

Job description

Placed Australia is seeking a full-time Doughnut Excellence Manager in Coolaroo, Victoria to lead the central doughnut production facility. You will oversee the production team, ensure product quality and food safety, and coordinate order fulfilment for the store network.

You will plan rosters, monitor progress against targets, coach staff, and drive improvements in efficiency and waste reduction while maintaining compliance with food safety and traceability standards.