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Kitchen Manager Lead Our AM Production Team | Mon-Fri;2am to 10:30amKitchen Manager Lead Our AM Production Team | Mon-Fri;2am to 10:30am3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from FEEDWELL| Head of People & Operations Development | FeedwellTake Charge. Build Leaders. Start Early. Finish Strong.Looking for a kitchen leadership role that starts early, finishes by mid-morning, and lets you truly own your shift and your success?Were offering a rare opportunity for a hands-on Kitchen Manager to lead the early shift in our high-volume catering kitchenfrom 2:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Monday to Friday. Youll take full ownership of our AM production, working closely with our bread squad, production, and packing teams to ensure every morning runs with precision and excellence.AtFeedwell, were not just a catering companywere the quiet achievers behind daily meals for companies likeGoogle, Amazon, TikTok, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton.We operate a near round-the-clock kitchen focused on fresh, beautifully presented food delivered with precision and pride. Now, we need a proven leader to take the reins of our early morning crew.Who This Role is Perfect ForThis role is ideal for someone who thrives in early hours, takes pride in structured, high-output environments, and knows how to get the best from their team. You might be: An experiencedKitchen or Production Managerfrom a high-volume food environment (catering, airline, meal prep, central kitchen). Ahigh-performing Head or Sous Cheftired of late nights and chaos, looking for more structure, leadership, and ownership. A shift supervisor or team lead from food manufacturing, bakery, or catering operations ready to step up and lead a critical shift.What Youll Be DoingLeading the2:00 a.m. bread squad shift, setting the tone with clarity and calm focus.Coaching and developing team leadersbuilding accountability, clarity, and confidence.Ensuring the shift runs efficientlytight workflows, minimal waste, and on-time handovers.Drivingconsistency in quality and presentationacross all products.Managing labour and workflow against daily order volume.Troubleshooting and removing bottlenecksin real-timewithout losing momentum.Ensuring an accurate and timely handover to the packing team by 5 a.m.Coordinating with the packing supervisor for a smooth flow from production to dispatch.Holding quick daily debriefs to reinforce goals, highlight wins, and fix what needs fixing.Enforcingfood safety, hygiene, and team safety standardsat the highest level.Collaborating with the PM Kitchen Manager and Ops Manager to continually improve systems.About YouYou''re anatural leadercalm, clear, and respected.Youve led high-output shifts and know how tobalance speed with quality.Youre sharp on food standards andcare deeply about the final product.You know how to manage people and processesandget the best out of both.You coach more than you command and hold people to high standards without drama.You bring energy and structure to your teameven at 2 a.m.You''re organised,solutions-focused, and always looking to improve the system, not just patch it.You are a permanent Australian Resident or Citizen - this is a long term position.Experience withHACCPor food safety audits.A background in central kitchens, catering, airline food, or commercial bakery.Strong rostering and scheduling skills.Confidence using kitchen metrics and basic digital systems.Why This Role RocksStart early, finish early: 2:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m., Monday to Fridayget your afternoons free! Be part of ahigh-performance leadership teamwith strong systems and support. Lead a critical shift andown your part of the operation. Competitive salary + super +free food and coffee daily. Work with a kitchen thatsserving Sydneys top-tier clients.CBD location (near King Street)close to public transport and optional parking available.This Role Is For You IfYoure not just looking for another kitchen jobyou want a leadership role where you can grow, build a strong team, and make your mark. If youve got the experience, drive, and steady leadership style to run our AM kitchen shift with excellencewe want to hear from you.Ready to Own It?Were hiring now. 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