Position: Production Chef – Savoury
Location: Tweed Heads
Experience: Minimum 2 years
About Us
At Bread Social, we’re known for our commitment to crafting high-quality baked goods and savoury items using the finest Australian-sourced and locally grown produce. With a loyal following and a strong community presence, our focus is on consistency, flavour, and innovation. We’re now looking for a talented Production Chef to join our team at Tweed Heads — someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and has a genuine passion for quality food.
The Role
This role centres around large-batch production, where consistency, efficiency, and creativity are key. Think prepping and cooking premium ingredients for our savoury range — sandwiches, pies, sausage rolls, and more — with an artisan approach to every batch, rather than a la carte plating.
We’re looking for someone who thrives in organised, production-style kitchens, and is passionate about great food & flavours.
Days / Hours
- Full-Time, 38H position,
- Monday to Friday,
- Weekend availability from time-to-time an asset.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce high-volume savoury items with care, consistency, and attention to detail
- Prep and cook ingredients to support our savoury range (sandwiches, sausage rolls, pies, etc.)
- Collaborate on the development of new menu items, with a focus on seasonality and local produce
- Maintain high standards of quality, presentation, and food safety
- Train and support junior team members
- Ensure daily production targets are met efficiently and with minimal waste
- Communicate with both Bread Social sites to manage product levels and stock flow
- Maintain a clean, organised, and positive kitchen environment
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen
- Experience in large-batch or prep-heavy kitchens is a plus
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- A genuine passion for quality, seasonal produce and artisanal food
- Leadership experience and the ability to support junior team members
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet daily production goals
Why Join The Bread Social?
- Be part of a passionate, close-knit team focused on quality and creativity
- Work with the best Australian and local ingredients
- Enjoy a stable, daytime production kitchen environment – no late nights
- Opportunity to grow within a well-respected, values-driven business
Apply Now:
If this sounds like the kind of role you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected], telling us a bit about your experience and what excites you about this opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $27.17 per hour
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Work Location: In person
