Food Production Assistant

About Us

Join Our Team at Kiss Kiss Artisan Foods!

A rare and exciting opportunity awaits at Kiss Kiss Artisan Foods, a proudly 100% family-owned and operated business that has been crafting bespoke gourmet products in Western Australia for over 15 years. We are WA’s only producer of handcrafted pastizzi and are passionate about delivering high-quality, artisanal products.

Our dedication to excellence is evident in our extensive range of over 100 pastry and dough products, including our handcrafted gourmet sweet and savoury gluten-free and vegan cakes and slices. We proudly supply to top executive chefs and premier venues such as Optus Stadium, Crown, Ritz-Carlton, and UWA.

At Kiss Kiss Artisan Foods, we maintain the highest food safety standards (HACCP certified) and foster a strong food safety culture in our workplace. Our production facility features two brand-new, well-organised commercial kitchens—one dedicated to gluten-free production and another as our main production kitchen (Factory not Restaurant).

We work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are looking for passionate, hardworking individuals to join our happy and dedicated team.

If you’re ready to be part of a business that values quality, craftsmanship, and teamwork, apply today!

Pay Guide: MA000073 Food, Beverage and Tobacco Manufacturing Award. Pay will be above award depending on your Skills and Experience.

Position Description: Food Production Team Member

Reports to: Food Production Manager and Manager Director

Based at: Unit 6/13 James St, Bayswater

The Role and Job Purpose:

We are looking for a reliable, hard working Food Production Assistant to join our team on a full time basis.

You will assist in the preparation and assembly of products, package and quality control all product lines produced by hand in this position. You will learn how to make our signature high end products including Pastizzi (Maltese gourmet pastry canapes) gourmet Canapé Pastries, unique Zoppis Sausage Rolls, Shortcrust Pies, Pizza Products including our famous NEW Range of Strombolis and Gluten Free and Vegan Cakes and Slices and Savoury Range.

We also have the addition of an automated pie machine so your experience in operating a Simple Simon pie machine previously will be advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.

To adhere at all times to our HACCP Food Safety Plan with regard to how all steps of the process in making these products are carried out effectively, consistently and safely without compromising product.

To assist daily cleaning and sanitising duties when necessary.

To meet daily production targets.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Adhere and follow HACCP procedures at all times
Cooking and preparing fillings
Chopping, weighing and preparing ingredients
Assemble by hand Products
Pastry Production for Pie manufacture
Packing and labelling frozen Product in boxes for delivery
Report any problems noted regarding procedures.
Follow chemical safety guidelines at all times when necessary
Safely operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, blast freezer, mixers, pie machine etc.
Quality controlling the process of producing finished products
General cleaning of kitchen
Completing daily records as part of our HACCP plan and assure they are accurate and up to date at all times
To be Successful you will have:

Qualification in hospitality - Certificate III in Comercial Cookery or other qualification such as Pastry Chef or Baker.
Previous experience working in a HACCP environment
Minimum 2 Years experience working in a Commercial Kitchen
Skills required:

Strong Teamwork Skills and a Postive Approach
Possess Keen Attention to Detail without Compromising Quality
Excellent time management skills with the ability to achieve production targets within a team
Willingness to be trained and learn best techniques for producing our products
Excellent listening skills to reach your full potential
Be reliable, self-motivated and energetic
Friendly and professional attitude with fellow workers
Must be fit and healthy
Be able to work as a part of a small team in a fast paced, hands on environment
Food Safety Culture - Recognise the hazards of allergens, cross contamination and foreign objects and follow policy and procedures to prevent the risk of these hazards at all times
Prioritise/organise tasks effectively
High level of personal hygiene
Key Performance Indicators:

The following of our HACCP Food Safety Plan policy and procedures, ensuring all procedures are followed and all records are up to date and accurate
All production targets are to be completed by said completion times
Uniform is to be fully compliant at all times
All tasks to be completed in a timely manner
Ensure the quality of all products are of the highest standard at all times
Ensure kitchen equipment, utensils and surrounds are maintained daily
Demonstrate high level of cleanliness
Demonstrate courtesy and respect for your team members at all times
If this job aligns with your attitude, skills and goals Please hit APPLY! You must have the right to live and work full time in Australia to apply for this position.

Shortlisted applicants only will be contacted directly for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.19 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Free food
Professional development assistance
Salary packaging
Application Question(s):

Do you have a genuine interest in Food Safety and Hygiene?
How many hours per week are you available? This position is 38 hours per week full time. If you are not authorised to work in Australia 38hrs per week do not apply.
Experience:

Food preparation: 2 years (Preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Food Handling Certificate (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:

Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person