Pizza Chef / Chef

Hospitality · Bentleigh, Melbourne VIC, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

A kitchen with wood-fired cooking at its centre needs a Pizza Chef who can do more than make pizzas. You will run the pizza section and also back up the main kitchen with prep and general chef work.

The employer expects proof of real hands-on ability: a reliable work history, practical kitchen knowledge and the confidence to perform when service is at its busiest. Strong technique, consistency and attention to detail are essential. There is scope to put forward menu ideas and to progress within the business. Present your verified experience honestly, and be wary of anyone who asks you to pay for a job offer.

Key Responsibilities

Follow food safety, hygiene and OH&S requirements without exception
Take charge of the pizza section during preparation and service, preparing, stretching and cooking pizzas in wood-fired ovens
Make sure every pizza meets the same quality, presentation and cooking standard
Back up the main kitchen with food preparation and general duties, and support its day-to-day operation overall
Work from a progressive, produce-driven menu and put forward practical ideas for menu development
Keep preparation and service workflows efficient and complete them within the required timeframes
Carry out setup, changeovers, close-down and handover procedures
Keep workstations clean, tidy and service-ready
Coordinate with the kitchen and front-of-house teams, working independently while adding positively to the wider team
Stay composed and perform consistently in busy periods

Requirements & Eligibility

Minimum 2 years of demonstrable experience as a Pizza Chef, Chef or similar
Proven wood-fired oven experience, with strong pizza preparation and hand-stretching skills
Demonstrated busy commercial kitchen experience and the ability to perform both pizza and general chef duties
Practical knowledge of food preparation and kitchen operations, and able to contribute to menu development and new food ideas
Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and OH&S standards
Professional communication and interpersonal skills
High food quality and presentation standards, strong attention to detail and good time management
Can work effectively without constant supervision and collaboratively within a kitchen team
Calm, reliable and professional under busy service, with a genuine interest in high kitchen standards
Can provide a verifiable employment history and relevant experience
Sponsorship available for the right candidate, subject to eligibility

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