Food Business Mentor – Multicultural Founders (Remote | Australia)

About the Organisation


Multicultural Food Hub (MFH) is a business information and decision-support platform assisting migrant and multicultural food entrepreneurs navigating the Australian food system.


We connect founders with experienced industry professionals who provide practical, experience-led mentoring.


About the Role


MFH is seeking experienced food industry professionals and successful migrant business owners to join our curated Mentor Network as independent contractors.


Mentors provide structured, time-bound virtual sessions to founders seeking guidance in specific operational or compliance-related areas.


This is an independent contractor engagement, not an employment position.


Key Responsibilities


  • Deliver structured virtual mentoring sessions
  • Provide practical, experience-based guidance within defined expertise areas
  • Help founders understand operational processes and risk considerations
  • Maintain professional boundaries and session timeframes
  • Operate in accordance with MFH platform standards


Areas of Experience Sought


We are particularly interested in professionals and business owners with experience in:


  • Food safety and compliance
  • Commercial kitchen operations
  • Production and manufacturing systems
  • Supplier sourcing and logistics
  • Packaging and labelling compliance
  • FMCG operations
  • Costing and margin management
  • Applicants must clearly outline their specific area(s) of expertise.


Essential Criteria


  • Demonstrated real-world food industry experience
  • Familiarity with Australian regulatory or operational environments (preferred)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Professional integrity
  • Ability to provide structured, practical guidance


Engagement Structure


  • Session-based contractor engagement
  • Flexible availability
  • Platform-managed booking and payment processes
  • Performance and feedback review standards apply


Application Process


Interested applicants are invited to submit an Expression of Interest outlining their experience and areas of expertise.


Intake is selective to maintain mentoring quality standards.


👉 Apply via the link below.