Production Chef (Abbotsford)

About SecondBite

SecondBite is a leading Australian food rescue organisation dedicated to reducing food waste and tackling food insecurity. Through the SecondBite organisation which includes both SecondBite and FareShare, we work collaboratively to provide nutritious food and meals to Australians in need. SecondBite is committed to positive change through redirecting surplus food, otherwise destined for landfill, to agencies and people facing food insecurity in a safe and timely manner. As part of the SecondBite organisation, FareShare operates Australia’s largest non-profit kitchens in Melbourne and Brisbane, where chefs, cooks and volunteers transform this rescued and donated food, as well as produce grown on their own kitchen gardens, into millions of delicious, nutritious meals each year for people experiencing need. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in the workplace. Job Description About the Role As a Production Chef , you will play a key role within our high-volume kitchen production environment, helping deliver nutritious meals to Australians experiencing food insecurity. This is not your traditional restaurant role. You’ll work predictable weekday hours with no split shifts, rotating rosters or late-night hospitality demands. Working alongside kitchen teams and volunteers, you'll ensure high-quality meal production while maintaining food safety, operational efficiency and team collaboration. This is Full Time Permanent Position Roster Pattern: Monday to Friday 07:00 A.M
- 4:00 P.M Duties include:
- Supervise and motivate volunteers to achieve production goals and maintain food quality.
- Ensure compliance with OH&S; and food safety standards, including HACCP monitoring.
- Manage food stock to minimize waste and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
- Record production statistics and support team members with daily tasks.
- Lead in line with SecondBite | FareShare’s values, fostering trust and teamwork.
- Provide coaching and training to enhance team effectiveness. To obtain a copy of the Position Description, refer to our website:careers/ Desired Skills and Experience About You You are a hands-on kitchen professional who thrives in rapid-paced production environments and enjoys working with purpose. You will bring:
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent trade qualification)
• Previous experience working in a high-volume food production, manufacturing, catering or commercial kitchen environment
• Ability to create a wide range of high-quality meals without relying heavily on recipes, adapting to rescued surplus food and changing ingredient availability
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards
• Adaptability, initiative and a solutions-focused mindset
• Passion for community impact and purpose-driven work Why Join SecondBite?
• Permanent full-time role
• Monday to Friday roster – enjoy work-life balance
• Purpose-driven organisation making real social impact
• Work alongside passionate people committed to reducing food insecurity
• Opportunity to contribute to Australia’s largest non-profit kitchen operations
• Be part of an organisation that values Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration and Respect #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rbxet