Dessert Chef

Job Type

Part-time (25 hours per week+)

Casual during initial training period, transitioning to permanent part-time

Salary

$32 per hour + 12% superannuation (attractive rate above award)

About the Role

We are a premium artisan gelato business in the heart of Cooks Hill looking for an experienced gelato or dessert production specialist to take ownership of daily production.

You will be responsible for:

• Daily gelato production using professional equipment (Carpigiani Pastomaster, batch freezer and blast freezer)

• Maintaining the highest quality and consistency standards

• Working closely with the owners during the initial training phase

This is a hands-on production role with very limited front-of-house work. Training will begin in 1–2 weeks and will be full-time casual for the first 2–4 weeks before moving to the permanent 25-hour + part-time roster.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in gelato, pastry, dessert or high-volume kitchen production

• A minimum of 1-2 years experience in gelato, pastry, dessert or kitchen production

• A genuine passion for quality food and a desire to learn artisan gelato making

• Reliability, attention to detail and pride in their work

• An aspirational mindset — someone who wants to grow with a business that has clear plans to expand to multiple sites across Greater Newcastle.

What We Offer

• Attractive hourly rate well above award ($32/hr)

• Stable 25-hour part-time roster once training is complete. More if wanted.

• Full training in specialist gelato production techniques

• Free gelato, froyo and staff perks

• Opportunity to be part of a growing brand with genuine multi-site expansion plans

• Supportive, passionate team environment