Looking for a skilled and passionate Pizza Chef to join our client's kitchen team! You'll be responsible for crafting delicious, high-quality pizzas while ensuring efficient kitchen operations. If you're a team player with a keen eye for detail and a love for all things pizza, we want to hear from you.

As a Pizza Chef, you'll oversee specific aspects of the kitchen, making sure every pizza that leaves the kitchen meets the high standards for taste and presentation. You'll also play a key role in managing costs and supervising assigned kitchen staff.

Pizza Mastery: Prepare and cook a variety of pizzas to order, following established recipes and ensuring top-notch quality and presentation for every dish.

Kitchen Operations: Oversee assigned kitchen operations, including using our pizza ovens and other kitchen equipment.

Quality & Cost Control: Maintain maximum food quality while efficiently managing labor and material costs.

Team Leadership: Supervise designated kitchen employees, providing guidance and support.

Hygiene & Safety: Uphold and enforce strict establishment policies and procedures regarding uniform, hygiene, and safety. This includes setting and maintaining high standards for food safety in all food preparation and storage areas.

Cleanliness: Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of all equipment, food storage, and work areas.

Menu & Costing Support: Assist the Head Chef in planning menus and costing dishes.

Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all kitchen equipment and work environments are operational, promptly reporting any faults or defects.

Storage & Inventory: Properly store leftovers according to established standards and assist with receiving deliveries and ordering supplies.

Training & Development: Share your knowledge and skills by training and mentoring other kitchen staff.

Team Morale: Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment, helping to uphold morale in the kitchen.

Administrative Support: Assist with staff rosters and records as needed.

 

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a Pizza Chef or in a similar culinary role - minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
  • Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent attention to detail and presentation.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
  • At least Level 5 relevant qualifications
  • Good physical condition
  • Good communications and organizational skills