PIZZA CHEF / CHEF

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pizza Chef with skills to match in the main kitchen, looking for the next step in their career.

• Beautiful Wine Bar/Restaurant in Bentleigh.
• Salary dependant on experience - ABOVE AWARD.
• Opportunity to grow within the business.
• A beautiful open kitchen
• We are looking for someone that can operate the pizza section as well as run the main kitchen (involving prep work and general chef duties) to their highest standard and work comfortably in a busy environment.
• Two wood fired ovens that are at the heart of the space, our food revolves heavily around these and a menu that highlights them - with pizza being a major part of the food offering.
• The food offering is simple, produce driven and progressive.
• The space can seat up to 75 at full capacity with a front bar, booths, back courtyard and middle dining room

About You

Experience is essential so you will have at least 2+ years experience as a Pizza Chef and/or Chef or similar role. In addition you will have:

• Knowledge of Woodfire Ovens
• Hand stretching skills
• Creativity for menu development - not just limited to pizzas
• Exceptional communication and immaculate presentation
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as a team
• Demonstrate positive attitude and genuine interest in the day to day operations
• Understanding of Hygiene, Food Safety and OH&S standards and compliance
• Experience in effectively maintaining and managing set ups, changeovers, closedown and handover to high standards
• Excellent attention to detail
• Outstanding time management during preparation and service periods
• Calm and composed demeanour and ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

If this sounds like you click Apply Now and lets have a chat.

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