Job Title: Chef - Jerky Factory
Location: Byron Bay, Australia
Company: Byron Beef Jerky

Are you a culinary expert with a passion for creating exceptional flavours? Do you have a love for high-quality, artisanal products and want to bring your skills to a unique, fast-growing industry? Are you an experienced Chef looking to make the move into commercial food production. If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About Us: We are an innovative jerky manufacturer based in the beautiful and vibrant Byron Bay Hinterland, Australia. Our company produces premium, handcrafted jerky using locally sourced ingredients, and we pride ourselves on quality, sustainability, and creating an unforgettable taste experience for our customers.

The Role: As Chef, you will play a key role in developing and overseeing the production of our range of jerky products. You will be responsible for managing the culinary side of our operation, from developing recipes and flavour profiles to leading a small, dedicated kitchen team. You will be an integral part of our growth as we continue to expand and evolve the jerky industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the culinary development of jerky recipes, focusing on innovation, flavour balance, and consistency.

Oversee the entire jerky production process, ensuring high standards of food safety, quality, and hygiene.

Collaborate with the production and marketing teams to create seasonal or special edition products.

Manage kitchen staff, providing training and development to maintain a motivated and efficient team.

Monitor inventory, manage food costs, and ensure proper storage and handling of ingredients.

Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and order within the kitchen.

Stay up-to-date with industry trends, techniques, and emerging flavours to keep our products fresh and exciting.

About You:

Proven experience as a Chef, preferably with experience in a manufacturing or production kitchen but straight out of a high volume restaurant kitchen is great too.

Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.

A creative and innovative mindset with a passion for developing new flavours and recipes.

Excellent leadership and team management skills.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

A love for sustainable, locally sourced ingredients.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

What We Offer:

A unique and exciting role in a growing industry.

The opportunity to work in a collaborative and creative environment.

Competitive salary with opportunities for growth.

The chance to live and work in the beautiful Byron Bay area, known for its stunning beaches, relaxed lifestyle, and vibrant food scene.

A dynamic team that values innovation, quality, and sustainability.

If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level and make your mark on a premium jerky brand, we'd love to hear from you!

To Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and passion for the role to [email protected].

Join us and bring your culinary expertise to the exciting world of jerky in the heart of Byron Bay!