Donut King Careers & Apply for Australia Jobs
Donut King, established in 1981, is a well-known chain of quick service cafes known for its delicious range of donuts and coffee. With over 250 locations across Australia and New Zealand, the company is committed to providing high-quality products and excellent customer service. Join the Donut King team and become a part of a dynamic and growing company with endless opportunities for career growth and personal development. Apply now to experience the sweet taste of success.
Donut King is an Australian doughnut franchise, based on the Gold Coast, Queensland. The Donut King chain was founded in 1981 in Sydney, and is currently managed, under licence, by the Gold Coast-based Retail Food Group Limited. Retail Food Group also manages Michel’s Patisserie, Brumby’s Bakeries, and bb’s Cafe, with a total of 1050 stores within Australia and New Zealand.
How to Apply for Donut King Jobs (Application Process)
1. Click on the link below to apply for a job
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Donut King Open Positions with Job Descriptions

Having open positions in each department, Donut King waits for your applications. Donut King does not require high- level qualifications but the ambition for work and dynamic/ energetic nature for entry level positions: after the application is completed, if the candidate is appropriate for the position, the candidate will be required to join an interview to check the application information and eligibility for the position face to face and the recruitment will be done. Candidates can apply for the best fit position among the list below according to their history either online or directly.
Store Manager – Salary : $55.000 – $65.000 /year
Donut King is seeking a dynamic Store Manager with experience in high-volume retail or hospitality, a passion for coffee and delivering exceptional customer service. With a base salary of $62K/yr, 20% annual bonus, and unlimited earning potential, the right candidate will have a chance to thrive in a supportive and training-rich environment. Ideal candidate must have team management experience, knowledge of financials, and flexibility to work weekends. Join the Kingdom today!
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Team Member – Salary : $54.000 – $64.000 /year
- Safety First – our safety-first culture from the top down ensures our teams operate in safe environment to drive brand standards and customer experience
- Coffee Excellence – Our Coffee Excellence program refines and accelerates our teams Barista skillsets to ensure the perfect cup of coffee every time. Voted 2021 Coffee Shop of the Year by Roy Morgan
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All Locations | Details & Apply |

Store Supervisor – Salary : $20.00 – $26.00 /Hour
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Brisbane Western Suburbs & Ipswich (Full-Time) | Details & Apply |

General Manager – Salary : $110.000 – $120.000 /year
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Gold Coast (Full-Time) | Details & Apply |
DONUT DECORATOR / SHIFT SUPERVISOR / SALES – Salary : $12.00 – $18.00 /hour
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Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter (Full-Time) | Closed |
Barista/Fast Food – Salary : $23.00 – $29.00 /hour
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Cairns & Far North (Full-Time) | Closed |
Campaign Manager – Salary : $65.000 – $75.000 /year
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Gold Coast (Full-Time) | Closed |
JUNIOR / RETAIL SALES / CUSTOMER SERVICE – Salary : $55.000 – $65.000 /year
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Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter (Full-Time) | Closed |
Barista – Salary : $22.00 – $28.00 /hour
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Blue Mountains & Central West (Full-Time) | Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I require any special experience?
A: No, although having business experience is always an advantage. We provide comprehensive training for all areas of your new store, which covers theory and practical training at the RFG Academy and in one of our operating stores, plus extensive Coffee (Barista) training.
Q: What is the term of a franchise agreement?
A:New franchisees are ordinarily granted a five (5) year initial franchise term together with an option to renew for a further five (5) years. This may vary depending upon the term of the lease applicable to the site.
Q: What is the total cost of acquiring and opening a Donut King franchise?
A: A new store can range in price from $280,000 to $380,000 + GST.
Q: What does the total cost include?
A: It includes a fully fitted-out store and equipment, training, manuals and initial franchise fee but excludes a bank guarantee, working capital and GST.
Q: Do I have to pay a deposit ? If so, when and under what circumstances would I lose my deposit or any part of it ?
A: $3,300 deposit is payable upon application. These monies, less the franchisor’s reasonable expenses (to a maximum of $300), are refundable if the application is not approved.
Q: What are the ongoing fees of the franchise?
A: A franchise service fee of 7% (plus GST) of your total gross sales is payable in connection with the Donut King franchise system. A marketing contribution equal to 3% (plus GST) of your total gross sales is also payable into an independently audited marketing fund. This fund is used to collectively promote increased customer awareness and provide each
store with promotional material and ongoing marketing services to facilitate constant attraction of new customers, increased average dollar sales and the frequency of purchase.
Q:How much profit will I make?
A: This depends largely on several factors such as the value of wages paid, cost of goods and other operating costs and generally how you operate your business. We have identified certain key performance indicators which are monitored in order to maximise your profitability.
Q:Who selects the site?
A: Donut King will select the site and secure the lease. Ultimately, however, you must satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the premises.
Q: What initial franchise fees are payable?
A:• $50,000 (plus GST) – initial franchise fee
• $13,750 (plus GST) – training fee
• $3,000 (plus GST) – initial marketing fee The Franchisor’s Disclosure Document provides full details of all fees and costs in connection with the establishment of a Donut King franchise.
Q: Do I need any other money to start?
A:It is recommended that you have money available to be used as working capital and as a minimum we would expect you to have $16,500. For example, this will cover costs such as accounting and legal fees, business and public liability insurance and your first day’s trading stock and packaging. You will also need to budget for accommodation and living away from home expenses while at our training academy in Queensland. For a more precise list of costs associated with the acquisition of the franchise, refer to the Franchisor’s Disclosure Document.
Q: What services are included in return for the franchise and marketing fees?
A: The services you will receive cover a wide range of
management assistance and operational services, including:
• On-going operational training, tools and support
• Marketing support including national advertising, public relations campaigns, media selection and national media placement
• Stringent quality control standards
• A Sales and Performance Manager to assist franchisees with all aspects of daily operations to ensure appropriate performance levels and quality standards.
Q: Have you got any sites ready to go?
A: Yes. Refer to the Franchises Available section of our website for the complete state based listing of new and resale sites available.
Q: Are Franchisees expected to actively work in store?
A: Yes. Franchisees are expected to work in store. This is an important factor in the success of our stores.
Q: Why should I purchase a Donut King franchise?
A: Donut King has been serving the Donut King Cinnamon Donut for over 30 years, and today Donut King is much, much more than simply just a donut shop. Generations have grown up sharing the Donut King experience; it’s a fun place for the young and the young at heart.
• Franchisees are provided with comprehensive training at our purpose built Training Academy on the Gold Coast with dedicated, experienced and qualified trainers
• Donut King is a proven franchise operating system
• Franchisees are provided with field training & ongoing support
• The Donut King marketing team are focused on national integrated advertising and promotional campaigns
• Donut King is a cash business offering minimal risk of bad debt
• Donut King franchisees have the opportunity to become a successful business owner.
Donut King Job Application Form/PDF
There are two ways to make your application for Donut King. The first one is that you can fill in the application form, the link to the form is provided below, for the current open positions listed above. During your applications, you are strictly required to fulfill your educational background and working history/experiences completely, so that you will not encounter any issues once you are called for an interview.
The second way of application is to head to the nearest Donut King to your local residence and deliver your application either to human resources manager or general manager. Having your CV in hand while delivering your application to the manager will be an advantage for your application to be taken into consideration rapidly. If you do not have the time to prepare an application form, instead, you may consider using template forms that most of the companies to receive.
Careers at Donut King FAQs
Donut King Hiring Age
It varies from store to store. While it is sufficient to be 14 years old in some stores to work at Donut King, in some stores you must be 15 years old. The decision on this matter is mostly at the discretion of the manager at the Donut King store. (1)
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