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Hayden’s Pies is looking for an experienced, energetic, and organised Kitchen Manager to lead our high-volume production kitchen. As a true South Coast institution, we take great pride in crafting premium, handmade pies using the finest local ingredients.

Working alongside our General Manager, you will oversee daily operations, manage a passionate, diverse kitchen team, and ensure our award-winning standards are maintained across every single production line. This is a full-time hands-on position based at our commercial kitchen in Ulladulla NSW.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Roster, train, mentor and supervise bakers, chefs, apprentices and kitchen hands.
• Production Management: Oversee daily production to meet ever-changing demands
• Quality Control: Maintain strict consistency, flavour, and pastry quality.
• Inventory & Ordering: Manage stock levels, reduce waste, and coordinate with local suppliers.
• Food Safety: Enforce food safety regulations and kitchen cleanliness.
• Workflow Optimisation: Keep the kitchen running efficiently during peak periods.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven Experience: Strong background as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, Baker or Production Manager.
• Baking Knowledge: Commercial experience with pastry production and lamination is highly regarded.
• Leadership Skills: Excellent communication skills with an honest, positive, upbeat management style.
• Composure: Ability to stay calm, organised, and focused under pressure.
• Certifications: Current Food Safety Supervisor certificate (or willingness to obtain) and current driver's licence

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: Rewarding pay package tailored to your industry experience.
• Work-Life Balance: Mostly Monday to Friday shifts with a reliable daytime roster.
• Peak Flexibility: Occasional weekends & public holidays during busy peak times.
• Fabulous Culture: Work with a tight-knit, supportive, and passionate team.
• Perks: Generous staff discounts on our legendary pies and products.

Join a South Coast Legend.  Lead Our Kitchen into the Next Chapter!

For 23 years, our family owned pie shop has been a South Coast institution.  A place built on tradition, quality, and a team that’s genuinely proud to walk through the door every day.

As our much loved business continues to grow, we’re looking for a passionate, grounded, and committed Commercial Kitchen Manager to grow right alongside us. If you’re ready to bring your culinary leadership to a warm, supportive environment and trade late-night restaurant shifts for daytime hours and coastal living, we’d love to welcome you to the family.