KITCHEN HAND - PRODUCTION TEAM SUPPORT

Come and be a part of Melbourne's most innovative and critically-acclaimed gelato business. We’re looking for an experienced Kitchen Hand to join Pidapipo’s production team.

This role presents an amazing opportunity for a motivated and ambitious production specialist to assist us in our daily operations at Pidapipo Laboratorio. We’re looking for an all-rounder who can put their skills and experience to use in every aspect of the business, including collaborating with the chocolatiers and gelato chefs.

The role will include:

Production: Operate and monitor equipment involved in gelato production, including mixers, pasteurizers, batch freezers, and packaging machines.

Recipe Execution: Prepare gelato mixtures according to precise recipes and formulas, ensuring consistency in taste and texture.

Production: Ensure production targets are met efficiently.

Cleanings: Perform daily and scheduled cleanings as instructed.

Stock Management: monitor stock levels and inform direct supervisors in case of stock shortage. Record accurately stock usage, and perform scheduled stock count.

What you'll bring:

Experience: Proven experience in a food manufacturing environment or commercial kitchen preferably. Experience with equipment operation and maintenance is highly desirable.

Technical Skills: Familiarity with food processing equipment, including mixers.

Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure precise measurement of ingredients, adherence to recipes, and accurate recording of production data.

Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive work culture.

What we offer:

Opportunity to gain experience from industry leaders .

Opportunity to produce both our acclaimed gelato and our ever-expanding offering.

Award pay rates.

Ongoing training and job growth opportunities.

A supportive team environment and a strong collaborative culture.

State-of-the-art facilities and equipment

This position will be available from September 2025 onward, starting with a few shift a week, increasing over summer period.

This exciting role encourages you to bring your own creativity and ideas to the table. If this sounds like you, please apply via Seek with your CV.