Kitchen Production Manager

Greenstreat; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun team environment

Meals on shift breaks

Career development

Ownership of kitchen operations

Equal opportunities

Job summary

Greenstreat IP Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead our central kitchen operations, owning production, food safety and team performance so every venue gets the right product on time and to spec in our growing environment. You will plan daily production, lead rosters, manage stock and yield, and uphold SOPs.

A calm, organized leader who can train staff and drive improvements will thrive here, with real ownership of the kitchen and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a production, central kitchen or high-volume kitchen leadership role.
• Food safety knowledge; Food Safety Supervisor certificate (or willing to get it).
• Experience with batch production.
• Organised and data driven; proficient with stock systems and spreadsheets.
• A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to grow with Greenstreat.
• Calm, clear leader who sets standards and follows them up.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run daily production based on venue orders and the order cycle.
• Lead, roster and train the kitchen team.
• Own food safety and compliance: Food Safety Program, temperature logs, cleaning and sanitising, audits.
• Ensure SOPs are followed and help build/update them.
• Manage stock, receiving and supplier deliveries in our inventory system.
• Track yield, waste and product cost, and act on the numbers.
• Work with Operations and Logistics to ensure on-time deliveries with zero stock-outs.

Skills

Production leadership

Food safety

Batch production

Stock systems

Spreadsheets

Team leadership

Tools

Inventory system

ERP software

Job description

About us

At Greenstreat, we’re more than a fast-casual restaurant. We’re on a mission to make real food, made fresh, the everyday choice. From our kitchens to our communities, we’re passionate about serving healthy food that’s good for people and the planet. Working with us means being part of a team that values energy, creativity and growth.

We believe in real food, and our mission is simple: every single person that walks through our doors, through food, service and experience, leaves better than when they arrived. Greenstreat is for every day!

Our Central Kitchen in Fitzroy is the engine behind our venues. It prepares the proteins and base products that go to every Melbourne venue, and to Albury and Wodonga.

The role

As we embark on an exciting growth phase, we’re on the lookout for a hands-on Production Manager ready to take Greenstreat to new heights!

You’ll run the kitchen day to day and own production, food safety and the team, so every venue gets the right product, on time and to spec. You’ll be an integral part of the Greenstreat team, doing whatever it takes to keep the kitchen running smoothly in this exciting and changing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow with Greenstreat.

What you’ll do

• Plan and run daily production based on venue orders and the order cycle
• Lead, roster and train the kitchen team
• Own food safety and compliance: Food Safety Program, temperature logs, cleaning and sanitising, audits
• Make sure SOPs are followed, and help build and update them
• Manage stock, receiving and supplier deliveries in our inventory system
• Track yield, waste and product cost, and act on the numbers
• Work closely with Operations and Logistics so deliveries are on time with zero stock-outs

What you’ll bring

• 2+ years in a production, central kitchen or high-volume kitchen leadership role
• Strong food safety knowledge; Food Safety Supervisor certificate (or willing to get it)
• Experience with batch production
• Organised and data driven, comfortable with stock systems and spreadsheets
• A team player with a positive attitude, willing to learn and grow with Greenstreat while upholding our high standards
• A calm, clear leader who sets standards and follows them up

For you

• $70,000 – $80,000 per year + super
• Fun, welcoming and supportive team environment
• Delicious and healthy meals on shift breaks
• Opportunities for exciting career development
• A key role in a growing business, with real ownership of how the kitchen runs
• We provide equal opportunities for everyone that applies to join our team and those that work for us

To be eligible for this position, you must have the appropriate working rights to work in Australia.