About Us:
At The Big Group, we are all about the essence of true hospitality, made for the 21st century. From sourcing ingredients, training our staff, and curating the details, the great Art of Australian Hospitality is its ability to flex from formal to relaxed, ultra-contemporary to authentically multicultural, and to show everyone a good time. When it comes to our team, Fun is Fundamental! We are passionate, energetic, and dedicated to creating memorable experiences for our guests while having a great time doing it!

Our Venues:
Our venues Ormond House, Luminare, Glasshouse and State Library Victoria provide stunning event spaces for corporate dinners, conferences, cocktail parties, private occasions, weddings, milestone celebrations, and everything in-between.

Exciting Opportunities Coming Up:
We have shifts to offer our Pastry team to prepare the sweet elements for Melbourne's most prestigious events during the spring & summer season, and beyond:

• September Club/Grand Final Village (AFL Grand Final Day – 27th September)
• Caulfield Cup (11th, 15th and 18th October)
• Spring Racing Carnival (1st, 4th, 5th and 8th November)
• Australian Open (12th Jan - 1st Feb 2026)

We are currently seeking experienced, enthusiastic, and passionate Pastry Chefs to join our dynamic event team at our Production Kitchen at The Glasshouse (3004):

Main Duties:

• Follow the plan set out by our Lead Pastry Chef.
• Prepare menu items according to recipe and technique.
• Follow safe food handling hygiene and practices.
• Understand dietary requirements and ensure guests are prepared appropriate meals.

Skills/Experience Required:

• A creative flair and previous experience in high volume Pastry Production.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary Pastry Techniques and ingredients.
• Positive attitude to take instruction and work harmoniously within teams.
• Team mentality to deliver to The Big Group standard and be a team player until the kitchen is cleaned and all staff are ready to go.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about hospitality and excited about the opportunity to produce beautiful desserts for Melbourne's premier events this spring and summer, we invite you to send us your resume!