Chocolatier / Pastry Chefs

Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery – Geelong VIC Be part of something special – an amazing venue, lots of happy customers, a passionate team of experienced artisan professionals. Chocolate Destinations Group is recruiting for experienced, capable, hands‑on Chocolatiers and Pastry Chefs to work at our stunning Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. About the Opportunity Our striking Chocolaterie is set on 15 acres of landscaped grounds, 10 minutes from Torquay on the magnificent Surf Coast. We have our own orchard, lawn areas and kitchen garden, welcoming 10,000 visitors each week. The Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery is a tourism venue created out of passion. Our personal service and high-quality standards, amazing festivals and ever-growing product range make locals and travellers alike keen to return time and time again. Our production department is an energy‑filled, fast‑paced environment working with the packing team to supply our stunning showroom and busy all day café with chocolate, pastries, and ice cream. You will need an eye for detail, a commitment to exceptional quality and efficient work practices. This is a full‑time position working day shifts 5 days per week including 1 weekend day. Salary will be within the range of $60,000 to $77,000 depending on your experience. If you wish to join the Chocolaterie, please send your resume and covering letter Leadership and Team Member Roles are available at the Surf Coast and also our other Chocolateries in the Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula Qualification & Experience Formal qualifications preferred with at least 2 years of relevant work experience. If you do not have formal qualifications, further years of work experience will be of value. Task & Responsibilities Key tasks and responsibilities are: Work in a safe and responsible manner, report any unsafe work practices to the production manager and conduct routine cleaning of all production facilities and equipment Ensuring the superior quality of the raw materials and managing the accurate measurement of the ingredients Coordinating and managing with accuracy and efficiency the forming, loading, baking, unloading, de‑panning and cooling of batches of pastry and chocolates and ice creams Producing chocolate products and gelato as per specifications Meeting quality standards and ensuring a high presentation standard for customers Critical to success in this role will be energy and a passion for quality. About the Company Chocolate Destinations Surf Coast trades as Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. We also have established and manage 2 other Chocolateries in the Yarra Valley and the Mornington Peninsula. Combined we welcome 1.5 million visitors each year. #J-18808-Ljbffr